A debtor considering bankruptcy must bear in mind that a bankruptcy stays on his or her credit report for up to 10 years, which can potentially make it difficult to get future credit. A debtor should also keep in mind that some debts must still be paid even if he or she files for bankruptcy. Accordingly, it is essential to contact an experienced bankruptcy attorney before making potentially life-altering financial decisions.
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Bankruptcy Resource Links
American Bankruptcy Institute Consumer Bankruptcy Center
General information regarding consumer debt and bankruptcy.
Bankruptcy: An Overview
A bankruptcy overview from Cornell Law School, including links to state, federal and other sources.
Bankruptcy Courts
Links to U.S. Bankruptcy Court websites.
Official Bankruptcy Forms
From the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts.
AnnualCreditReport.com
Official website where consumers can obtain free credit reports from the three national credit-reporting companies.
TransUnion
Credit reporting agency website features consumer information on credit reports, identity theft and fraud.
National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC)
Features consumer credit and financial management advice.
Bankruptcy Fact Sheet
General information about what happens in a bankruptcy case.
The United States Trustee Program
Overview of the United States Trustee Program.
Overview of Bankruptcy Code Chapters
A brief outline of the Bankruptcy Code's principal chapters (7, 11, 12, 13 and 15).
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