As far as remember goes they mean the exact same thing. Recordar algo = Acordarse de algo. Acordarse  needs the de recordar doesn't. Recordar also can mean to remind and acordar to agree.
Typically Bankruptcies will stay reported on your Credit Report for 10 years (per Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) ). However, fortunately, most of the Credit Reporting Agencies will remove then after 7 years has passed.
In most cases, it takes approximately three to four months to complete a Chapter 7 bankruptcy and obtain a discharge. However, if you have a complex case or creditors object to your discharge, it can take longer. This means that you can complete your case quickly and begin rebuilding your credit right away. How Long Does Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Remain on Your Credit Report? A Chapter 7 bankruptcy will usually stay on your credit report for ten years. But in general, this does not prohibit you from obtaining new credit and moving on with your life. In fact, most debtors start receiving new credit card offers shortly after they receive their discharge. Credit card companies realize that you are more likely to pay back your debts after bankruptcy because your discharge probably freed room in your budget and you cannot receive another discharge for many years.