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How difficult will it be to start a business after bankruptcy?

Asked in Yelm, WA - about 1 year

I've had a dream of starting my own business for some time, and am now in the process of writing a business plan. I also went through a bankruptcy two years ago, and am still rebuilding my credit. Is there any chance at all that I will be able to secure funding to start my business, or will I probably have to wait until it comes off my credit report? .

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Douglas Jay Lineberry

Douglas Jay Lineberry

Gig Harbor Estate Planning Attorney

Licensed in WA

Answered about 1 year ago. It depends on what kind of credit you'll need to get the business going, underwriting standards, whether you have security, etc. In other words, there is no easy "yes" or "no" answer here for you. Only a lender or investor can tell you whether they'll give you funding or not. You should finish your business plan and then go talk to someone about a loan. Good luck with it!
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Walter C Oney Jr

Walter C Oney Jr

Fitchburg Bankruptcy Attorney

Answered about 1 year ago. You don't need a lawyer for this -- you need a banker. The only way to know how hard it will be to get credit is to try. If you're turned down because of something in a credit report, be sure to ask for the free copy of the report that the lender is legally required to give you.
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John Anton Sterbick

John Anton Sterbick

Tacoma Bankruptcy Attorney

Licensed in WA

Answered about 1 year ago. Debtors are actually a better loan risk AFTER bankruptcy than before but contact the SBA for their current requirements.
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Sidney Joseph Diamond

Sidney Joseph Diamond

El Paso Bankruptcy Attorney

Answered about 1 year ago. I would say it is not going to be easy and you are going to be subject to a lot more review than most people starting a business. Whether or not you will get a loan will depend on the type of loan you are asking for and the credit extender you are dealing with. I doubt that you will have to wait 8 years to start a business but you are certainly going to have to show stability and an abiliity to repay it.
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