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What is the income limit for filing Chapter 7 in Illinois?
If your total monthly income over the course of the next 60 months is less than $7,475 then you pass the means test and you may file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. If it is over $12,475 then you fail the means test and don’t have the option of filing Chapter 7.
Can you file Chapter 7 with high income?
One of the most common myths about bankruptcy is that high income debtors earn too much to file bankruptcy. But the truth is that no matter how much you earn, you may qualify for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy based on your financial situation.
What income is considered for Chapter 7?
Section 101(10A) of the Bankruptcy Code. This may include income and payments from some unexpected sources. As expected, all income from your employer is included—all gross wages or salary, as well as any tips, overtime, shift differentials, and commissions, WITHOUT subtracting any tax or other deductions.
Do I qualify for Chapter 7?
You must pass a “means test” to qualify for Chapter 7 filing. The bankruptcy means test examines financial records, including income, expenses, secured and unsecured debt to determine if your disposable income is below the median income (50% lower, 50% higher) for your state.
What is considered disposable income for bankruptcies?
In chapter 13, “disposable income” is income (other than child support payments received by the debtor) less amounts reasonably necessary for the maintenance or support of the debtor or dependents and less charitable contributions up to 15% of the debtor’s gross income.
What is disposable income calculator?
Disposable income is the money you have left from your income after you pay taxes. It’s calculated using the following simple formula: disposable income = personal income – personal current taxes.
Is Chapter 7 means test based on gross or net income?
When determining whether you qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, the means test compares your average gross monthly income for the six-month period before filing to the median income of similar households in your state.