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how long after bankruptcy can i borrow on my mortgage to say do home renovations?

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A licensed trustee said...

There are no rules or restrictions placed upon you once your bankruptcy has been completed – from a legal standpoint you may borrow immediately.

From a practical standpoint it generally takes a few years to re-establish your credit worthiness. The higher your income the shorter the period of time it will take to re-establish yourself.

You mention mortgaging your house specifically – you may be able to that within the first year after you bankruptcy, but at a cost. The earlier you refinance the higher your interest rate will be. If you can wait a couple of years you will be charged a significantly lower rate of interest.