Nothing about credit is forever, even bankruptcy. Although a bankruptcy can legally remain on your credit file for up to ten years, many borrowers find that they can easily find financing once their bankruptcy is discharged, by using an online lending institution to service their post bankruptcy loans.
You may have heard rumors that you will never get a loan now that you have demonstrated your lack of responsibility by walking away from your debt and filing bankruptcy. But the number of individuals with multiple bankruptcies in their credit file stand as testimony that there are creditors who will give second, even third chances, to borrowers who were forced to file bankruptcy.
Know Common Pitfalls
But before you search for your online lender, take a look at your financial habits to figure out what lead you to filing bankruptcy in the first place. By doing so, you will be more able to see potential pitfalls with your new online post bankruptcy loan, and help you make become a creditworthy borrower.
There are three main reasons that people fall victim to bankruptcy.
The most common is overspending. Learn how to make a budget and stick to it. This means that your new credit should not be the means by which you enable overspending in your life.
The second top reason that bankruptcy becomes the only option for borrowers is job loss. Start out on a good foot this time around by establishing an emergency fund of at least three months worth of living expenses. If you lose your job in the future, you can fall back on this fund while you look for work. Never dip into the fund for other reasons.
Medical bills that stack up from an illness or injury are often more than some people can afford, and that is especially true for those who are uninsured. If medical bills were the reason that you were led to file bankruptcy and you still do not have medical insurance, consider changing jobs to get the coverage you need. Look for coverage that includes not just medical and dental coverage, but a policy that offers short-term and long-term disability benefits as well; this type of coverage can help you keep your paid up if you become ill in the future.
Assure Accuracy Of Your Credit Report
Once you have identified your poor habits or the reason(s) that resulted in your bankruptcy, you should pull your credit report from the three major reporting bureaus. Check each report to ensure that any accounts that are noted as open or overdue (but were included in your bankruptcy) have been wiped out. Many, many times, you will find erroneously listed accounts on a credit report that should have been noted as discharged in bankruptcy.
Claim Your Money
You are now ready to apply for your new online post bankruptcy loan. Head to the lender website of your choice. From there, you will be able to launch your application, get approved, and have your money delivered to your bank account via an electronic funds transfer (EFT). Use the proceeds of your loan wisely. By showing your willingness to take responsibility of your credit, you prove to lenders that you are a borrower worth the risk.
