Can Bankruptcy Remove a Repossession From Your Credit?

A free guide for New Jersey residents considering bankruptcy. Filed in D.N.J..

What You Need to Know

Bankruptcy does not remove a repossession entry from your credit report. However, filing bankruptcy discharges the deficiency balance -- the amount you still owe after the repo and sale. Your credit report should show the balance as $0 after discharge. If it still shows a balance, dispute it with the credit bureaus under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The repo notation itself remains for 7 years.

Filed in D.N.J.. Courthouse: 50 Walnut St, Newark NJ.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Bankruptcy Remove a Repossession From Your Credit?

Bankruptcy does not remove a repossession entry from your credit report. However, filing bankruptcy discharges the deficiency balance -- the amount you still owe after the repo and sale. Your credit report should show the balance as $0 after discharge. If it still shows a balance, dispute it with the credit bureaus under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The repo notation itself remains for 7 years.

Does this apply in New Jersey?

Yes. This applies to D.N.J.. Local trustee practices may vary. Consult a qualified attorney.

Where is the courthouse?

50 Walnut St, Newark NJ.

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