Can I file bankruptcy and not affect my husband?

Can I file bankruptcy and not affect my husband?

If you file for bankruptcy without your spouse, it will typically not affect your spouse’s credit. But if you have joint debts, the fact that you filed for bankruptcy to discharge the debt may appear on your spouse’s credit report.

What is the maximum income for Chapter 7 in Texas?

If your total monthly income over the course of the next 60 months is less than $7,475 then you pass the means test and you may file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. If it is over $12,475 then you fail the means test and don’t have the option of filing Chapter 7.

What is the income cut off for Chapter 7?

If your annual income, as calculated on line 12b, is less than $84,952, you may qualify to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy. If it’s greater than $84,952, you’ll have to continue to Form 122A-2, which we’ll review in the next section.

How much debt do I have to have to file Chapter 7?

There is no minimum amount of debt for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, but there is a maximum. You can’t have more than $1,257,850 in secured debt (usually home, automobile, boats or motorhomes) or $419,275 in unsecured debt (usually credit cards, medical bills or personal loans).

What debts are not dischargeable?

Non-Dischargeable DebtDebts that you left off your bankruptcy petition, unless the creditor actually knew of your filing;Many types of taxes;Child support or alimony;Fines or penalties owed to government agencies;Student loans;Personal injury debts arising out of a drunk driving accident;