Refinance After Bankruptcy:
Timeline & How to Qualify

Refinance Waiting Periods After Bankruptcy

Loan Type Chapter 7 Waiting Period Chapter 13 Waiting Period
Conventional 4 years from discharge 2 years from discharge (4 yrs from dismissal)
FHA 2 years from discharge 1 year from discharge with court approval
VA 2 years from discharge 1 year from discharge (or while in Ch13)
USDA 3 years from discharge 1 year from discharge

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