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Sixth Circuit Rules that Monthly 401(k) Contributions can be Excluded from “Projected Disposable Income” Under a Chapter 13 Plan

Foster Swift

A Chapter 13 bankruptcy plan requires a debtor to satisfy unsecured debts by paying all “projected disposable income” to unsecured creditors over a five-year period. In a recent case before the U.S. 1] Read More › Tags: 6th Circuit Court of Appeals , Chapter 13.

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Restructuring And Insolvency: What Is A Restructuring Plan?

Hudson Weir

A restructuring plan can be used for numerous debt restructuring purposes, such as: Debt rescheduling A compromise in the amount of debt Refinancing Arrangements can be made with both secured and unsecured creditors under a restructuring plan. How does a restructuring plan work?

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What Should You Know About Medical Debts & Bankruptcy?

Sawin & Shea

Your medical bills are considered “unsecured debts” which means there is no property that can be taken from you under contract as a result of not paying your medical bills — and most unsecured debts, like medical bills, are eligible for bankruptcy. Your combined total secured and unsecured debts are less than $2,750,000.

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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Hardship Discharge: Am I Eligible?

Sawin & Shea

Chapter 13 bankruptcy involves entering into a reorganization plan to protect assets, catch up on arrears on houses or cars, and force unsecured creditors to take reduced amounts based on what the bankruptcy law requires that you pay them. Over three to five years, you resolve your debts and get a fresh financial start.

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Bankruptcy Chapter 7 vs 13: Which Is The Best Option?

Debt Free Colorado

Creditors are prohibited from contacting you after your petition is filed. While bankruptcy law forces you to sell some assets to repay unsecured creditors, the majority of Americans keep all of their property because of bankruptcy limits on the categories of assets that may be used to settle debts.

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Will Bankruptcy Erase ALL of My Debt?

Sawin & Shea

That money will go to your Chapter 13 trustee, who will then distribute it amongst your creditors. A Chapter 13 Plan can help get you back on track with secured debts that you are behind on, like house or car payments. After the repayment period, any remaining debt will likely get discharged. Debts That Can Be Eliminated.

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How Much Debt Is Needed to File for Bankruptcy?

Sawin & Shea

If you qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, our attorneys can guide you through the process of eliminating unsecured debts, such as credit card balances, medical expenses, and personal loans, within a matter of months. Dischargeable debts are those that can be eliminated through bankruptcy.