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Can I Keep My Car if I File For Bankruptcy?
Whether you own or finance your car, local bankruptcy laws will determine if you can keep your car after filing Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
Sarah Gray
Can I Keep My Car if I Declare Bankruptcy?
If you can continue making payments or work out a new payment plan with your lender, you’ll be able to keep your car in bankruptcy.
Nick Kunze
Can I Get a Car Loan After Bankruptcy?
Getting approved for a car loan after declaring bankruptcy is possible if you build your credit, save for a down payment, and comparison shop.
Nick Kunze
Buying a Car in Bankruptcy: What You Need to Know
Buying a car while in bankruptcy involves knowing your situation, looking at other options, being financially wise, and paying in cash. Read this guide on buying a car in bankruptcy to learn more.
Nicholas Wilson
All Questions on Bankruptcy
What does it mean to reaffirm a car loan?
I'm going into bankruptcy and my attorney told me I may need to reaffirm my car loan. I'm really not sure what this means, though, or even where to start. What is reaffirming a car loan, and how do I do it?
Eric Schad
Will filing for bankruptcy pay off my car loan?
I have a car loan with a balance of about $18,000, but I'm also struggling to meet my other debt obligations. I thought about filing for bankruptcy. Will this pay off my car loan?
Eric Schad
How do I get a car loan after bankruptcy?
I had to file for bankruptcy. During it, most of my assets were sold to pay off my debts, including my car. My bankruptcy was discharged last year and now I need a car for work. How do I get a car loan after bankruptcy?
Lauren Smith
Can I get a car loan after I file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy?
I'm in the middle of Chapter 13 bankruptcy proceedings, but I'm worried about my ability to take out loans in the future. Will I be able to get a car loan down the road after filing for bankruptcy?
Eric Schad
Can I file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy if I have a car loan?
Am I allowed to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy if I still have a car loan? I need to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, but I'm unsure if I can when I still owe money to a lender.
Eric Schad
How do I get a car loan after a bankruptcy discharge?
I spent the majority of my bankruptcy proceedings taking public transit. I want to get a car now that I’ve finally gotten my discharge. How do I get a car loan after a bankruptcy discharge?
Lauren Smith
Can you get a car loan after filing bankruptcy?
Can you get a car loan after bankruptcy? My uncle had to file for bankruptcy a while ago. He sold everything to pay off his debt. He was talking about how difficult it is to get a car loan now. It led to a debate on whether or not it was even possible for him to get a car loan.
Lauren Smith
Do I have to give my car back if I declare bankruptcy?
Do I get to keep my financed car if I file for bankruptcy? I might have to file for bankruptcy, but I'm not exactly sure what will happen if I do.
Eric Schad
Can you file bankruptcy on a car title loan?
I lost my job and I can’t pay my debts, so I’m filing for bankruptcy. I have a car title loan, but I’m not sure if bankruptcy covers it. Can I file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 on a car title loan?
Eric Schad
Can I keep my car loan if I file for bankruptcy?
My finances are strained, especially since I’m recently divorced. I've been talking to my lawyer, and he's recommended I file for bankruptcy, specifically chapter 7. I’m concerned about my car as I bought a gently used Tesla and still have a loan on it. Can I keep my car loan if I file for bankruptcy?
Lauren Smith
Can I get a car loan after a Chapter 13 discharge?
I had to file for Chapter 13 and have recently had it discharged by the courts. It was a lot of work to get to this point, and I'm ready to start my life again. I know my credit score is tanked, but can I get a car loan after a chapter 13 discharge?
Lauren Smith
Can you get a car loan after filing for bankruptcy?
I had to file for bankruptcy a couple of months ago, but I was able to keep my old car. However, a tree fell on it and totaled it. I’m getting a payout from my insurance company, but it won’t be enough for a new car. Can you get a car loan after filing for bankruptcy?
Lauren Smith
Can I get a car loan when I’m in bankruptcy?
I just went into bankruptcy, but I really need a car. Unfortunately, I can't afford one, so I probably need a loan. Is that possible? Can I get a car loan while I’m in bankruptcy?
Eric Schad
Can you include your car loan in bankruptcy?
I’m having trouble meeting my debt obligations, so I’m going to file for bankruptcy. However, I want to keep my car. Can I include my car loan in bankruptcy and still keep the car?
Eric Schad
How long after bankruptcy can I get a car loan?
My car is getting old and causing me problems. I know I’m going to need a new one soon. I filed for bankruptcy, so I’m worried about getting another car loan. How long after bankruptcy can I get a car loan?
Lauren Smith
How do I get a car loan while in Chapter 13?
I was having trouble paying all my debt, so I filed for Chapter 13 bankruptcy a few weeks ago. To make matters worse, my car died yesterday, leaving me with no way to get to work. I have a little bit of money saved up that I can put toward a down payment. But how do I get approved for a car loan while I’m in Chapter 13?
Eric Schad
Can you keep a car loan in Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
I really need my car for work, but I know declaring bankruptcy usually means losing all your assets. Can I still keep my car and loan when I file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
Liz Jenson
Can you get a car loan before a Chapter 7 discharge?
Would I be able to get a car loan before a Chapter 7 discharge? I need a car, but I’m worried I won’t get approved after the discharge goes through.
Liz Jenson
How do I get a car loan during chapter 13?
Is there any way to get a loan during chapter 13 bankruptcy? I just had to file for chapter 13 bankruptcy, but I need a car. I'd like to get a loan, but going into bankruptcy has destroyed my credit.
Lauren Smith
How long after bankruptcy can you get a car loan?
I just got out of bankruptcy proceedings, but my used car is starting to fail. I really need a reliable car to get to work, but I don’t have enough money to buy one outright. How long after bankruptcy should I wait to get a car loan?
Eric Schad
Can I get a car loan after filing for bankruptcy?
I’m in the middle of bankruptcy proceedings. To make matters worse, my car just died on me, and I need reliable transportation for work. Can I still gain approval for a car loan after filing for bankruptcy?
Eric Schad
What happens if you file bankruptcy with a car loan?
I have to file bankruptcy, but I have a car loan. What’s going to happen to my car loan? Can I keep my car?
Lauren Smith
Can I get a car loan after bankruptcy?
I need to get a car. I have been working on my credit score, but having a bankruptcy on my history has me concerned. Can I get a car loan after bankruptcy?
Lauren Smith
How can I get a car loan after a bankruptcy?
I filed for bankruptcy about 3 years ago. My car died about a month ago, and I tried to do without one, but I just can't. I need a way to get another car, fast! Is there any good way to get a car loan after going into bankruptcy?
Shannon Martin
How can I get a car loan after filing for bankruptcy?
How do you get a car loan if you file for bankruptcy? I need some kind of vehicle to drive my kids to school and go to work and stuff, but I lost my car when I filed Chapter 7 and I’m worried I won’t be able to find a loan that I can afford.
Liz Jenson
Can you get a car loan after filing Chapter 7?
I had to file bankruptcy. Can I still get a car loan? I need to be able to get to and from work. I’m not sure what to do. Will I be able to get a car loan after Chapter 7?
Lauren Smith
Can I get a car loan during bankruptcy?
My finances are a mess and I was forced to file for bankruptcy recently. I need to buy a car now, but will anyone offer me a loan?
Jim Donaher
How soon after bankruptcy can I get a car loan?
I had to declare bankruptcy a couple months ago, and I really need a new car in order to get to work. How soon can I get a loan?
Liz Jenson
Can I get a car loan after filing chapter 13?
I've had to file for chapter 13 bankruptcy, but I need a car. I sold my old car in the hopes of paying off part of my debt and now need one again. Can I get a car loan after filing for chapter 13?
Lauren Smith
Can I go into bankruptcy right after getting a car loan?
I need a car because my old one died, but I'm about ready to go into bankruptcy. Can I do this? What might happen to my car?
Eric Schad
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