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You don’t need a lawyer, but you do need to take these steps to protect pay through bankruptcy.
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When you’re filing for bankruptcy, disclose all your assets, no matter how trivial.
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Find out how the Capital One Platinum Secured works and whether it’s worth it.
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Discover the benefits and limitations of instant approval credit cards.
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If your credit is poor, you may have to get a secured business credit card first.
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A bankruptcy will stay on your credit report for a number of years depending on when you actually filed as well as the type of bankruptcy.
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Picking up a credit card after bankruptcy may seem like a huge risk, but this step could actually be crucial to your financial recovery.
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Your credit score is a measure of financial responsibility. These states have the highest average credit scores.