Completing the Bankruptcy Forms

Free Bankruptcy Forms

The official bankruptcy forms that you need to file for both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy are now available online through the website of the U.S. Courts. You can complete the forms online, save them, and print them.

Paperwork You Will Need to File for Bankruptcy

Once you have decided that filing for bankruptcy is your best option, it's time to get started on your paperwork. Whether you file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you will have to complete a fairly large packet of forms with the bankruptcy court.

How To Amend Your Bankruptcy Forms

If you make a mistake in your bankruptcy petition, schedules, or other paperwork, you can correct it easily by filing an amended version of the form.

How to Value Personal Property in Bankruptcy

When filing for bankruptcy, you must list of all of your personal property and provide a value for each item.   In bankruptcy, "value" refers to an item's “replacement value” -- the price a retail merchant would charge given the age and condition of the property.

How to Value Your Car in Bankruptcy

Valuing your car, van, truck, motorcycle or other vehicle is an important part of a bankruptcy case; when you file for bankruptcy, you must include a list of everything you own and how much each item is worth.

How to Value Your Home in Bankruptcy

Properly valuing your home in both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy is important. In some situations, your home's value will determine whether you can keep it, or whether you can strip junior mortgages off. Here's how to value real estate in bankruptcy.

How to Fill Out Bankruptcy Schedule A/B: Property

When you file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you will have to fill out a document called Schedule A.

How to Fill Out Bankruptcy Schedule C: The Property You Claim as Exempt

When you file for bankruptcy under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13, you have to complete a packet of forms and file them with the court. Schedule C is one of the most important forms you have to file: It tells the court and your creditors what property you claim as exempt under state or federal law.

How to Fill Out Bankruptcy Schedule D: Creditors Who Have Claims Secured by Property

When you file for bankruptcy, you must complete a packet of forms listing your assets, debts, income, expenses, and financial transactions. One of these forms is Schedule D: Creditors Who have Claims Secured by Property where you provide information on your secured debts. This article explains how to complete Schedule D.

How to Fill Out Bankruptcy Schedule E/F: Creditors Who Have Unsecured Claims

On bankruptcy Schedule E/F, you list priority unsecured debts and nonpriority unsecured debts. Learn what those are and how to fill out the form. On bankruptcy Schedule E/F, you list unsecured, priority debts and unsecured, nonpriority debts. Learn what those are and how to fill out the form.

Declaration About an Individual Debtor's Schedules

When you file for bankruptcy, you declare that all of the information in your schedules is true and correct by signing the Declaration About an Individual Debtor's Schedules.

The Statement of Intention in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

When you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you will have to file a Statement of Intention form. On this form, you tell the court, trustee, and creditors how you plan to handle your secured debts

Should I List Pending Lawsuits in My Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case?

You may be tempted to leave pending lawsuits and claims you have against someone else off your Chapter 7 bankruptcy petition and schedules. But failing to disclose lawsuits and legal claims in your bankruptcy is a big mistake. It's an act of dishonesty which could lead the bankruptcy court to deny

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.

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.

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Keep Your Property & Repay Debts Over Time

This comprehensive guide explains the Chapter 13 process, from start to finish.