Articles by George Vogl
Can Bankruptcy Help Me Qualify For A Fresh Start Loan?
Published on August 10, 2026
Bankruptcy is one of the primary reasons that fresh start loans exist, so yes, it can help you qualify. A fresh start loan is generally a small to moderate loan,…
Does Bankruptcy Affect My Ability To Rent An Apartment?
Published on August 7, 2026
Unfortunately, bankruptcy will often affect your ability to rent an apartment. Just like other creditors, potential landlords are often more wary of renting to individuals who have recently filed for…
How Do I Rebuild My Credit Score After Bankruptcy?
Published on August 6, 2026
Bankruptcy will have a significant negative impact on your credit score. It is a fact, so there is no reason to sugar-coat it. It is also a fact that it…
Can I Get A Credit Card After Bankruptcy?
Published on August 5, 2026
You will be utterly amazed at how quickly you get credit card offers after your bankruptcy has been discharged. These companies spend millions of dollars researching the best ways to…
How Long After Bankruptcy Can I Qualify For A Mortgage Or FHA Loan?
Published on August 4, 2026
The Federal Housing Authority (FHA) has a two-year rule for allowing a borrower to take on a mortgage after a bankruptcy discharge. Many of the national mortgage companies follow this…
Can Creditors Still Contact Me After I File For Bankruptcy?
Published on August 3, 2026
Immediately upon filing for bankruptcy protection, creditors are absolutely not permitted to contact you with regard to collection on the outstanding debt. The protection of the Automatic Stay of Bankruptcy…
What Happens If My Bankruptcy Trustee Objects To My Exemptions?
Published on July 31, 2026
You call your lawyer! Prior to filing, part of the analysis that an experienced bankruptcy attorney will perform is the applicability of the exemptions allowed in your jurisdiction to the…
How Can I Reopen A Closed Bankruptcy Case?
Published on July 30, 2026
You can reopen your closed bankruptcy case by filing a relatively simple motion with the court requesting that the case be reopened and stating the reasons. The court does charge…
How Can I Reopen A Closed Bankruptcy Case?
Published on July 29, 2026
You can reopen your closed bankruptcy case by filing a relatively simple motion with the court requesting that the case be reopened and stating the reasons. The court does charge…
What Happens If I Miss My Section 341 Meeting Of Creditors?
Published on July 28, 2026
If you know that you are unable to attend your initial scheduled Section 341 Meeting of Creditors, you should notify your attorney as soon as possible and explain why. The…