I have bad credit now. Do I have to wait 7 to 10 years before I can get a loan?

On the practical level you can have an A-rated credit report within 2 years of even bankruptcy. Why? Because lenders are much more interested in your present circumstances than what happened to you 3 to 10 years ago. Rebuilding your credit can be done rather quickly through a systematic plan, and a little perseverance. Keep in mind that positive credit information stays on your credit report forever.

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