Bankruptcy Exemptions

Bankruptcy Exemptions: Your Property in Bankruptcy

A primer on bankruptcy exemptions and how they protect your property and assets in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy.

Planning Your Bankruptcy Exemptions to Protect Your Property

By planning ahead, you can maximize bankruptcy exemptions and protect more of your property.

State v. Federal Bankruptcy Exemptions

Learn when you must use your state exemptions and when you have a choice between state and federal exemptions.

Which State Bankruptcy Exemption System Can I Use?

There are rules, called domicile requirements, to determine which state bankruptcy exemptions you can use to protect your property in a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy.

Federal Bankruptcy Exemptions

Find out if you can use the federal bankruptcy exemptions and what property they protect.

Federal Nonbankruptcy Exemptions

If you use state exemptions, you can also use the federal nonbankruptcy exemptions.

Spouses Filing Joint Bankruptcy May Double Their Exempt Property

In certain situations, you can double the dollar amount of bankruptcy exemptions if you file jointly with your spouse.

Your Home in Bankruptcy: The Homestead Exemption

Learn about an important bankruptcy exemption for homeowners -- the homestead exemption.

Wildcard Exemptions in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Learn how you can use a wildcard exemption to protect property in Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

The Motor Vehicle Exemption in Bankruptcy

Is your car or truck exempt in Chapter 7 bankruptcy? Learn about the motor vehicle exemption and how it can protect your car from creditors.

Is My 401k Account Exempt or at Risk in Bankruptcy?

In most cases, your 401k and other retirement accounts are protected in bankruptcy.

Is the Cash in my Bank Accounts Exempt in Bankruptcy?

Learn whether you can keep your cash and bank accounts available in bankruptcy.

Objections to Exemptions in Bankruptcy

Learn about Objections to Exemptions.

Will I Lose Bank Account Funds if I File for Bankruptcy?

Find out if you can keep money you have in a savings or checking out when you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy.