Bankruptcy can offer a fresh financial start, but there are complex rules on how often you can file for relief.

You can file for bankruptcy as often as you like; however, there are limits to how often you can receive a discharge. The timetable is as follows: Chapter 7 after Chapter 7: every 8 years Chapter 7 ...

Chapter 13 bankruptcy can offer big relief to overwhelmed borrowers, but it comes with serious drawbacks, too.