Rebuilding Credit After Bankruptcy: Chapter 7 To A 700+ Credit Score

[@BinaryTechnique]

You can do it. Filed chapter 7, and now have a 726 fico score. After you file, you should dispute all late payments. File it under chapter 7, hopefully they'll be removed. When I filed I was at 587 after disputing every 99 days for about a year my fico (not fake a** advantage score) shot up to 612, then 692, then finally 726!

[@AscendFinance]

Incredible. Thanks for sharing, and congratulations on the accomplishment!!

[@mskstar1982]

Thank you for the information

[@battleaxe8252]

Did you dispute online or certified mail?

[@albuquerqueturkey1567]

writing a letter to all 3 credit bureaus asking them to remove all late payments under chapter 7 bk really works? Would you have to send a copy of a letter from your attorney stating the bk being filed?

[@juanjon915]

How much debt did you bankrupt and how long did it take to rebuild it ??

[@gregorydarrell6212]

I'm glad their people like you out there....I'm just starting the bankruptcy process..

[@AscendFinance]

Thank you so much for the kind words, Gregory! Please give us a call or text at 833-272-3631 if you have any questions or need to get linked up with a local attorney for a free phone evaluation.

[@chitownfan06]

I just started today!

[@AscendFinance]

Wish you the best!

[@robertparker1994]

You got this brotha I know that because I am myself and we have good on our side

[@AscendFinance]

Amazing!!

[@liljo911xxx]

When I heard the word loan..I run to the hill..Personal loan is what got me into bankruptcy in the 1st place…

[@AscendFinance]

Hey Engine Joe, that makes 100% sense. Rebuilding your credit score may be that you are interested in getting some type of credit like a loan in the future, but understand what you mean. -Ben

[@MotivateNation-dg7zu]

Me too,I have a personal loan I need to file bankruptcy foy

[@tmb7415]

I am really going to need A LOT of counseling after so I can learn how to rebuild my credit without winding up in the same position....

[@hallehostetler400]

self control

[@AscendFinance]

Give us a call at 833-272-3631 and we would love to try to help, all our info is totally free.

[@stevenm6453]

I didn’t want to file bankruptcy but had no other choice. The time I had with a delinquent credit card ran out and they froze my checking account without any prior notice. So I had to file bankruptcy after my account was frozen now I’m waiting for the hold on my account to be lifted. I believe it’s deceptive practice to freeze someone’s account with no notice or at least a final 30 day notice to try to work something out. The frustrating part for me is I work full time never been careless with money and still had to file bankruptcy. I had an emergency dental care situation that required me to max out a credit card and I wasn’t able to get ahead of the payments and intrest rates. It’s so easy to get in debt and so hard to get out.

[@AscendFinance]

Oh my gosh, I am so sorry to hear that Steven. That is absolutely horrible. It's now been a week, but have your accounts been unfrozen? - Ben

[@stevenm6453]

@@AscendFinance Hello Ben thanks for responding! Yes my accounts have been unfrozen after filing chapter 7 so that was a big relief of a lot of anxiety and stress and all of the funds were returned. I still have to appear in bankruptcy court via zoom teleconference at the end of the month. Any advice about that or any advice on recovering from a chapter 7 bankruptcy?

[@AscendFinance]

That is so great to hear! So sorry for the delay in response. Credit rebuilding takes time but you can do it! We have a fresh start portal that may be helpful for you to take a look at tryascend.com/fresh-start and a credit rebuilding portal as well tryascend.com/chapter-7-bankruptcy-credit-rebuilding-portal so let us know if those are helpful or you have more questions! We are here to help! Our number is 833-272-3631.

[@sjbrown9342]

Good job! Simple and to the point.

[@AscendFinance]

Hi SJ, thank you very much for you encouraging words! If you have any questions, you can call us at 833-272-3631.

[@jeffsmith-ze6wb]

THANK YOU so much for this I just subscribed your info is beneficial for myself!!!

[@AscendFinance]

You are so kind, Jeff. Thank you for the encouraging words! If you have any questions, please text or call us too!

[@Dondonmixedflip]

Do you think lawyers and trustuees are in cahoots? I filed chapter 13 and my 5 years will be done in july, but since ive been divorced like 2 years ago and i thought after, becauae just my income, that i could convert to ch 7. My lawyer said i still made too much by some calculations, but i was working o.t. those 6 months. So my true pay was lower. No other lawyer would talk to me since i had one already. Kind of felt scammed, but i see the finishline soon. Glad to put it all behind me soon. What ive learned is file before you get married because they combine incomes even if your spouse isnt filing. Hindsight is 20/20.

[@rickeycajefferson8913]

I’m not attaching myself with nobody’s account… life happens the score go down so does your nope!!!

[@AscendFinance]

Thanks for your feedback!

[@SleepisForTheRich]

Thanks My Man…

[@AscendFinance]

My pleasure!! Thanks for watching! -Ben

[@patriciapulphus4298]

thank you !!!

[@AscendFinance]

My pleasure!

[@tonylynch6788]

I'm just now starting chapter 7 process my lawyer is charging 6000.00 is this about right? High or low? Thinking of looking 6000.00 is a lot of money right now.

[@AscendFinance]

Hey Tony, that seems a bit high for a Chapter 7, have you tried reaching out to several attorneys and compared their fees? If you're looking for another attorney to compare with give us a call at 833-272-3631 and we'd be happy to connect you with one!

[@SosaBabi504]

Omg!! That's ridiculously HIGH!! Find elsewhere. I know lawyers who charge no more than 3000.. $6000 is highway robbery!

[@Andy_aerialfilmz]

6 k what state are you doing this in if you don’t mind me asking

[@robertburnett1970]

So to improve my credit score, should I use my credit cards and pay them in full at the end of the month or carry a low balance on them continuously? Thanks.

[@AscendFinance]

Hi! It's always good to have credit cards fully paid off so balances don't continue adding up over time, however if you keep balances below 10% it could help you rebuild.

[@albuquerqueturkey1567]

Should a person who filed for chapter 7 bk alppy during bk or after discharge?

[@AscendFinance]

Thanks for the message. From my research, I believe it’s after discharge as you may be declined if you’re in a bankruptcy, but you may want to double check with your attorney! Thanks -Ben

[@user-ph1qr9yl6h]

Do late reports from before filing continue to show after discharge?
I have 10 that are 30+ late and another 10 showing 90+ late.
I thought it was supposed to be a clean slate? But in my case it doesn't seem to be the case.

[@AscendFinance]

Ohhhh, why did that happen? Have you disputed them or anything?

[@Albert-777]

The credit history remains but each account should say discharged through chapter 7 bk and those accounts should have a 0 balance.

[@AscendFinance]

@Albert-777 Thank you!

[@maryameshraghy7204]

I did chapter 7 bankruptcy 2014 and in 2024 it will be 10 years, am I going to get 100 points on my credit score?

[@AscendFinance]

Hey Mary, that's a great question. Basically, the Chapter 7 bankruptcy may no longer be on your credit report after 10 years, but that I do not believe that guarantees that your credit score will go up 100 points. Hopefully that makes sense?

[@fearthebee3929]

Did your score go up?

[@Cj-rs2db]

Will getting a car loan help??? After chapter 7 for building credit?

[@AscendFinance]

I believe it can help as long as the creditor is booking the payments to the bureaus. -Ben

[@davidmilhouscarter8198]

1:04 Missing an ‘r’ in step four.

[@AscendFinance]

thanks for the catch

[@johnnathestylist]

Equifax didn’t report my bankruptcy and that score remains low. What should I do?

[@AscendFinance]

When did you file? That seems so odd. Have you reached out to your attorney?

[@johnnathestylist]

@@AscendFinance it was completed in march. My attorney said the courts were supposed to report it

[@johnnathestylist]

I’ve had to dispute most things t it’s still unreported

[@AscendFinance]

That is very strange. I think your attorney should be able to handle that and get in touch with the court.

[@eueuna9996]

Have you guys thought about doing a credit repair?

[@AscendFinance]

Thanks for the message! We have thought about it. We have very specific beliefs on credit repair, and we see that many credit repair firms don’t see it the same way we do. :)

[@CrystalLayland1]

Which of the three credit scores should we use in the portal?

[@AscendFinance]

Hi! So sorry, are you referring to the fresh start portal?

[@CrystalLayland1]

@@AscendFinance yes

[@AscendFinance]

I think it should just be your overall credit score, have you used a service to figure out your credit score?

[@AscendFinance]

Actually, could you call us at 833-272-3631? We want to walk you through it!

[@hx1234]

how much does it cost to file chapter 7?

[@AscendFinance]

Hey Teng, for Chapter 7 it depends on the state you're in, the complexity of the case, the attorney's expertise, the district you're filing, etc. However, it generally ranges (all-in) $800 - $2,000. The filing fee should be around $338. Some attorneys would allow their fees to be paid over a payment plan and if it's helpful to speak with someone local, let me know! Our number is 833-272-3631.

[@platano3000x]

@@AscendFinance im paying 2,100 doing a payment plan..but the find out theres others charging less 800 and 1200 around so i will recomend anyone who is about to do it to shop around a little because at then end they will all do the same

[@Motivat3d91]

I paid $1,700. They cleared nearly $35k of credit card debt and cleared one of the two vehicles I was leasing. Allowed me to keep my car to stay on my feet. I had a 550 credit score about 10 months ago. Now im at 680.

[@platano3000x]

@@Motivat3d91 thats good to hear Michael..because im about to do the procesd but not sure what to expect

[@HostileGingerATL]

I’m paying $1850, using Recovery Law Group outta Cali. (I’m in Atl)
Pricing depends on your debt amount(s).

[@AscendFinance]

Do you want to estimate what your credit score will be after filing bankruptcy?
Free estimator: tryascend.com/qualify/bankruptcy-credit-score-estimate/yt700

[@wellnesscanceradvocate8564]

Mine is 761. I'm filling next week do to old debt.

[@AscendFinance]

Thanks for the comment. How did things go?

[@DAIIIVA]

hes just trying to sell his thing

[@AscendFinance]

I’m curious what you think I’m selling, haha. :)

[@DAIIIVA]

@@AscendFinance your credit fixing course

[@AscendFinance]

Oh interesting, the portal is free to use but I appreciate the comment :)