Home Equity Loan after Bankruptcy - Should You Use a Prime or Subprime Lender?

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Home Equity Loan after Bankruptcy - Should You Use a Prime or Subprime Lender?
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By L. Sampson

Right after a bankruptcy, your best choice for financing is a subprime lender. Subprime lenders are willing to lend to those with bad credit, even if a bank has turned you down. But if you have improved your credit with time, cash assets, or a high salary, you can get better financing rates with a prime lender.

Begin Your Credit History With A Subprime Lender

Subprime lenders are more lenient with their loan qualifications than prime lenders. As soon as your bankruptcy has finalized, you can qualify for a home equity loan with subprime lending companies.

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Rates vary between 1% to 12% over prime rates. The first year after a bankruptcy, rates and fees will be at their highest. After 12 months and a positive payment history, rates will drop by a point or two. 24 months after your bankruptcy, your credit score is largely based on payment history, debt ratio, and income

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