By Jeff Field | Published November 28, 2023 | Posted in Chapter 7 | Tagged Tags: disposable income, means test, median income | Leave a comment
7 Common Pitfalls in Meeting the Chapter 7 Means Test
When individuals struggling with overwhelming debt decide to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, they must usually pass the means test. This is the government’s method of determining whether the debtor actually has sufficient income to repay creditors, at least partially. The means test can be a formidable hurdle to establishing eligibility for bankruptcy relief. The Read More
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What Happens if You Default on Your Chapter 13 Plan?
A Chapter 13 bankruptcy can be an effective way to bring debt under control while preserving your most important assets. It allows you to structure a plan for repaying a portion of your debt over a three- to five-year period, with the rest being discharged afterward. However, financial difficulties encountered during the life of the Read More
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Creditors’ Meetings in Bankruptcy Cases Are Now Held Online
Soon after you file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy petition, you will be required to attend a creditors’ meeting. Its purpose is to verify the accuracy of the information in your filings and to determine if there is anything that would make you ineligible for debt relief. Creditors’ meetings —also known as Section 341 meetings — Read More
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When and How Can You Modify a Chapter 13 Plan?
Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a powerful tool for people who are struggling with insurmountable debt. It allows you to pay off your unsecured debts monthly over a period of three or five years, and at the end of your repayment plan, the remaining debts will be discharged. The size of your monthly payment is based Read More
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