Deciding to file for chapter 7 bankruptcy relief is not an easy decision to make; however, it could give you an opportunity to rebuild and manage your finances more effectively. You can take simple steps to reduce the likelihood that you will not need to file for bankruptcy again.
1. Keep Your Credit Cards Below the Credit Limits
In the event you need to borrow money, lenders like to see that you have credit cards you have responsibly managed, and not maxed out or charged over the limit. You should keep your credit cards but strictly ban yourself from using them to purchase anything you cannot repay in full upon receiving your monthly credit card statement.
Responsibly managing your credit cards by making on time payments and keeping your card balance within the approved credit limit will help to improve your credit score.
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