What are Exempt Assets?

What are Exempt Assets?

Exempt assets are assets the person filing for bankruptcy can shield from creditors and the bankruptcy estate. In other words, they are untouchable assets and yours to keep post-bankruptcy. In California, individuals are allowed to claim their home or a portion of...
What is the Chapter 7 Means Test?

What is the Chapter 7 Means Test?

The Chapter 7 Means Test is a qualifying test that a debtor must pass to be eligible to file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Most Chapter 7 debtors pass and are eligible for Chapter 7 relief. Note that there is a similar test for Chapter 13 bankruptcy.  Also note that debtors...