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Timeline of bankruptcy events

What happens before, during and after bankruptcy
Bankruptcy Timeline
Warning! Bankruptcy approaching Alert! Bankruptcy dead ahead Cut back Seek an attorney Prepare Seek counseling File bankruptcy Personal financial course Finance a vehicle 341 meeting Chapter 7: Discharge FHA-insured mortgage Unsecured credit card Purchase home FHA-insured mortgage Chapter 13: Discharge Drops off credit report Drops off credit report
 
3 months Time to cut back
You've established that you're heading toward bankruptcy.
Avoid using credit cards as much as possible.
Make sure you don't charge for luxury goods or take out cash advances within three months of filing.

 

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