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

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

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 ...