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Life after bankruptcy: What to do after a bankrupcy

More than 1 million people file for bankruptcy each year. A misconception is that bankruptcies are due to reckless and irresponsible spending. But that's not true. Statistically, most people file for bankruptcy due to unexpected expenses like medical bills and job loss. This article will talk about how you can put your financial life back together after the bankruptcy is over. Follow TL Brown on our social media accounts TL Brown Law and TL Brown Law   1. Review your court documents You should have the court documents which contain all facts about your bankruptcy. This should include all assets and debt. You should receive your copy of discharge, petition credit couseling, motions and orders filed in your case. When you have all of your documents you can file for now credit with lenders. 2. Check your credit reports  Check your credit reports regularly. You want to make sure your discharged debt from the bankruptcy has been reported to the major credit bureaus, so that