Student Loans in Bankruptcy
Student Loans in Bankruptcy
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Student Loans in Bankruptcy: The Brunner Test
Getting student loans discharged in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy case is very difficult. For the most part, you must show that repayment would cause you "undue hardship."
Common Questions About Student Loans in Bankruptcy
Common Questions About Student Loans in Bankruptcy
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I paid off some student loans with a credit card. Can I discharge them in bankruptcy?
Typically, it is difficult to wipe out (“discharge”) student loans in bankruptcy. On the other hand, the bankruptcy court often discharges credit card debt automatically. Does that mean you can pay your student loans with your credit card and then discharge that debt in bankruptcy? Find out why putting student loans on a credit card isn’t a sound tactic for handling student loan debt.