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Learn what forms you’ll need to file for bankruptcy, where you can file those forms, and how to complete the bankruptcy petition and some of the other key bankruptcy forms.
General Articles on Bankruptcy Forms
Here's where to find the free official bankruptcy forms, and a list of the forms you'll need for Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
An explanation of each of the forms you'll need to complete for your Chapter 7 bankruptcy.
Before you begin filling out the bankruptcy forms, gather some basic financial information and documents. Here's what you'll need.
Sometimes you need to change something on a form you filed with the bankruptcy court. Here's how.
You'll need to have property values for your bankruptcy paperwork. Here's how to get them.
Valuing your car correctly can make a big difference in bankruptcy.
Learn how to value your home when filing for bankruptcy.
The Bankruptcy Forms
Learn about the Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy petition and related forms.
The Statement of Financial Affairs provides information about your recent financial transactions.
On the Statement of Intention, you provide information about what you plan to do with your secured debts.
On Schedule A of the bankruptcy forms, you provide information about your home and other real estate.
Here's how to list joint property on Schedule A.
List all of your personal property on Schedule B.
On Schedule C, you tell the court and trustee which property you are claiming as exempt.
On Schedule D, you must list information about your secured debts.
Here's how debts listed on Schedule F are treated in Chapter 7 bankruptcy.
On Schedule I of the bankruptcy forms, you list your current income, less allowed deductions. Here's how to fill it out.
Here's how to figure out your "anticipated income" for Schedule I of the bankruptcy forms.
Here's how to figure out "current income" for Schedule I of the bankruptcy forms.
Here are the rules on who counts as a dependent for purposes of completing Schedule I.
Nolo Bankruptcy Books
The New Bankruptcy: Will It Work for You?
Is bankruptcy the right solution for your overwhelming debts? Pick the best strategies for your situation with the information and practical suggestions in this book by best-selling author Stephen Elias.
Is bankruptcy the right solution for your overwhelming debts? Pick the best strategies for your situation with the information and practical suggestions in this book by best-selling author Stephen Elias.
How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
The reliable, up-to-date information in this best-selling book will help you successfully complete your bankruptcy claim without breaking the bank.
The reliable, up-to-date information in this best-selling book will help you successfully complete your bankruptcy claim without breaking the bank.
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Keep Your Property & Repay Debts Over Time
This comprehensive guide explains the Chapter 13 process, from start to finish.
This comprehensive guide explains the Chapter 13 process, from start to finish.