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Forms for Filing Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

To file for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, a petition, the “means test” and a number of other forms (called “schedules”) need to completed. The petition, “means test” and schedules are filed electronically with the bankruptcy court as part of the bankruptcy process.

The forms are required and will detail many aspects of your finances. Some of the information the forms ask you to describe:

• Your debts
• Your assets
• Your current income and sources of income
• Your current monthly living expenses
• Property you sold or gave away during the previous two years
• Your income from the previous two years

To help prepare for filing, you should begin to assemble the following documents:

• At least six months worth of paycheck stubs from your employer
• Your most recent federal and state tax return
• Copies of your most recent bills or collection letters

The information provided by these forms will help to determine if are eligible to file Chapter 13 Bankruptcy as well as provide a detailed accounting of your financial life.

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