Example Calculation. If you're a building owner leasing a building for $3,000 per month for a three-year term, the total amount you can plan to collect is $108,000. You would pay your real estate agent an average of between $4,320 for a 4 percent commission and $6,480 for a 6 percent commission.
1 A Chapter 7 bankruptcy remains on your credit report for 10 years after the date filed.  Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: The person filing repays a portion of his or her debts through a debt repayment program. A Chapter 13 bankruptcy remains on your credit report for seven years after the date filed.
Read on to learn more about life after Chapter 13 bankruptcy. For an overview of how Chapter 13 bankruptcy works, see our Chapter 13 Bankruptcy topic area. How Long Does Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Stay on Your Credit Report? According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act, a bankruptcy can only remain on your credit for up to ten years after your filing date. However, a Chapter 13 bankruptcy will typically be removed from your credit report after seven years. Keep in mind that the clock starts running when you file your case, not when you receive your discharge. Since most Chapter 13 bankruptcies last three to five years, chances are your Chapter 13 will only appear on your credit report for another two to four years after completing it. Can You Obtain Credit During or After Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?