Bankruptcy can offer a fresh financial start, but there are complex rules on how often you can file for relief.

You can file for bankruptcy as often as you like; however, there are limits to how often you can receive a discharge. The timetable is as follows: Chapter 7 after Chapter 7: every 8 years Chapter 7 ...

Bankruptcy can wipe out credit card debt, but it comes at a steep cost. Here's what to consider before you decide.

If you’re exploring bankruptcy, that probably means your debt situation is serious. It can be really frustrating to find out that bankruptcy cases cost money. If you had money, you might not need ...

When money problems start piling up and filing for bankruptcy appears to be the only option, the timing suddenly starts to matter in ways that many people don't expect. A paycheck arrives late. A tax ...

Outcomes vary depending on the type of bankruptcy filed, whether the loan is secured and whether a personal guarantee was signed. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our ...

Bankruptcy is certainly not an ideal outcome for any real estate loan. If a project's in trouble, though, bankruptcy has its benefits, even for lenders. Real estate and other lenders know they should ...