Mississippi Northern District Forms

What Documents Do You Need to File for Bankruptcy? Tax Returns. Income Documentation. Vehicle Registration, Proof of Value & Insurance. Retirement And Bank Account Statements. Identification. What Information Do You Need to Complete the Bankruptcy Forms? Credit Counseling Requirement.

The Overall Chapter 13 Average Payment. The average payment for a Chapter 13 case overall is probably about $500 to $600 per month. This information, however, may not be very helpful for your particular situation.

There is no minimum amount of debt you must have in order to file for bankruptcy relief. While the amount of your debt is an important factor to consider, there are other more important factors to take into account in determining if a bankruptcy filing is in your best interest.

Chapter 7 is the most common type of bankruptcy and is often referred to as a straight bankruptcy. Under Chapter 7, you can eliminate most of your unsecured debts and some secured debts by surrendering your assets. Unsecured debts are debts not secured with collateral, including most personal loans and credit cards.

Debts You Must Pay in Full Through Your Plan. Add up the following debts and divide by the number of months your plan will last. Secured Debt Payments on Property You Want to Keep. Unsecured Debts. Length of Your Repayment Plan.

Identifying Information. The Voluntary Petition for Individuals Filing for Bankruptcy form acts as the cover sheet for your paperwork. Your Property. Your Exempt Property. Your Collateralized Debt. Your Other Debt. Your Contracts and Leases. Your Codebtors. Your Income.

However, when you file for bankruptcy, you never really have to go to court. The only appearance you are required to make is attending the 341(a) Meeting of Creditors. The 341(a) Hearing is held around 30-35 days after your bankruptcy case is filed.

Advise you on whether to file a bankruptcy petition. Advise you under which chapter to file. Advise you on whether your debts can be discharged. Advise you on whether or not you will be able to keep your home, car, or other property after you file. Advise you of the tax consequences of filing.

Analyze your debt. Determine your property exemptions. Make sure you are eligible. Redeem or reaffirm secured debts. Fill out the bankruptcy forms. Take a credit counseling course. File the forms. Pay the filing fee or request a fee waiver.