Carolyn, That question is open-ended and could take you in a few directions. A bankruptcy will usually show up on a credit history for 7-10 years but good credit can be reestablished in a much shorter time. Depends on when you get started, the strategy you use and how serious you take financial planning. I don't have any expectation of financial gain from the referral but you may benefit from a search for an answer at: thecreditsolutionprogram.com and pick Mike Roberts brain for an effective strategy.
I heard it's about 10 years I am not sure get ahold of legal aid I don't think they'll charge you to ask a question........BEAR
I filed in 2007 and it still shows up
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