What happens after a 341 meeting?

In a Chapter 7 bankruptcy case, it's mostly a waiting game once your 341 meeting (also called the meeting of creditors) is over. Once you and the trustee handle a few more details, you will receive your discharge and can enjoy your financial fresh start.

Before you can receive your discharge, you'll have to complete a debtor education course, then file a form certifying that you've done so. If you have any nonexempt property, you'll have to make it available to the trustee. And, if you are reaffirming any secured debts, you'll need to start making payments on them. (Unless you are represented by a lawyer, you'll also have to attend a hearing, where the bankruptcy judge will decide whether to approve your reaffirmation agreement.)