What It Means To File Bankruptcy On A Car Loan

There are a lot of people who mistakenly believe that if they file for bankruptcy, they’ll wipe out their car loan and still keep their vehicle. Unfortunately, this isn’t true. While bankruptcy unwinds your obligation to pay back your car loan, you still need to make payments if you want to keep your vehicle. Here are the answers to a few other common questions regarding this subject. How does bankruptcy work regarding my vehicle? When you file for bankruptcy, the contract that requires you to Read More +

Buying A Car After Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

A Chapter 7 bankruptcy may be on your credit report for as long as 10 years after when it was filed. You may need to get a car loan during this time. While it’ll be more difficult, it’s still doable if you make a larger down payment or you’re willing to pay the lender a higher interest rate. Is it a good idea to buy a car after a Chapter 7 bankruptcy? This really depends on your transportation needs and financial circumstances. One of the Read More +