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can I get a loan even though I filed banckruptcy three months ago?

by mike.w_641_895 from Chicago, Illinois. Feb 14th 2013 Reply


William J Acres (William_Acres)
#74 ranked lender in Arizona - 8,728 contributions

If you filed chapter 7, then you would have to wait 2 years from the discharge date, and if there was a home involved that went back to the bank, then it's 3 years from the date the property is/was transferred out of your name.. if you filed CH-13, then you have to make 12 on time payments before consideration.. I'm a Broker here in Scottsdale AZ and I only lend in Arizona. If you or someone you know is looking for financing options, feel free to contact me or pass along my information. 480-287-5714 WilliamAcres.com

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Ken Burrows (mortgagesforamerica)
#19 ranked lender in Nevada - 572 contributions

If it was a Chapter 13 then you need 12 months good payment history before you can qualify for a new mortgage. If it was a Chapter 7 then you need to wait at least two years from the discharge date. I hope that helps.

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Linda Miller (Linda Miller)
#2 ranked lender in Utah - 572 contributions

Not through any traditional mortgage options. Guidelines for conventional loans require a 4 year waiting period for Chapter 7 or 11 after discharge (2 years with extenuating circumstances). Chapter 13 is 2 years from discharge date and 4 years from dismissal date. To obtain an FHA loan or a VA loan after a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you must wait two years from the date your Chapter 7 is discharged (one year with extenuating circumstances). You can obtain an FHA loan during a Chapter 13 bankruptcy as long as you have made 12 months of satisfactory Chapter 13 plan payments, but you must have bankruptcy court approval to get the loan. In the case of either an FHA loan or a VA loan, you must provide an explanation of the bankruptcy.The other factor is your credit score. I assume you took a big hit to your credit rating so over the next year(s) you should work to get your credit score back up. It can be done but you need to work at it. If you have a substantial down payment you might look at owner financing options. Good luck.

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My credit is at 575, bankruptcy is an easy thing to explain. It was the only and last resort to have a future for my family. 2002 when the market started diving I lost my job and in turn everything fell apart over time all i had where the clothes I could fit in a bag. Since then I have rebuilt my life I have a fantastic career, but the demons of past kept taking from my family and I. It was the only way to get my life back after events occurred beyond my control.

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Joe Shamie (Joe Shamie)
#4 ranked lender in New Jersey - 1,412 contributions

Dependign on your discharge date, you will need 12-24 months out of bankruptcy.

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Sharon Duffy (sduffy)
#70 ranked lender in Pennsylvania - 595 contributions

Hi Mike...For right now you need to rebuild your credit and stay on top of it moving forward. There is a waiting period from the date of discharge. That gives you time to rebuild your credit and start saving toward future goal.I hope this helps. I am a lender in New Jersey, but the guidelines are standard regarding bk's..

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Thanks for your advice and input everyone. Disapointing news but that's apart of life. :) in this time of waiting as God word says be busy and in time things and events will take place and blessings pure upon us. I wanted a few opions on this matter rather than just one person to verify that there is no option, but to wait. again thank all of you vey much for donating your time. Gob bless.

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Andrew Alfonso (CashCow)
#43 ranked lender in Florida - 271 contributions

Yes , you can! Andrew Alfonso

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Dave Metsker (DaveMetsker)
#35 ranked lender in Oregon - 2,318 contributions

Look for a lease option or rent to own. That way you can establish a housing payment history, as you wait for the BK to season. I have sold several houses this way in the Portland, OR area. Also, seek to establish your credit with a secured credit card from a local bank.

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Craig Prickett (cpmtgnow)
#159 ranked lender in Florida - 98 contributions

Yes I agree with the answer the other fine Loan officers write. They are both right on. Call me in Florida if need help 954 558 4430

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Joe Metzler (JoeMetzler)
#17 ranked lender in Minnesota - 4,848 contributions

While many people will talk about the possibilities of earlier, it never really happens. Expect the standard two-year wait period.

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