Typically, the plan lasts between three to five years, which gives you plenty of time to get your ducks in a row and make those payments.
If your plan doesn’t get the nod, you can revise it and try again. Don't let it get you down; it’s just a bump in the road.
It's highly recommended to have a lawyer by your side to help navigate the legal waters. They'll know the ropes and help ensure your plan meets all requirements.
To qualify, you need to be a family farmer or fisherman with regular income and your debts must fall within certain limits that the law sets.
The plan takes a look at your debts and your income, allowing you to propose a repayment plan over a period of three to five years, while you keep running your farm.
A Chapter 12 Plan is a way for family farmers to reorganize their debts and get back on their feet, so they can continue their farming operation without being buried under financial stress.