what is means test

What If I Fail The Ch.7 Means Test?

| May 1, 2019

Why Do I have to Take the Means Test? Chapter 7 bankruptcy completely discharges most debt including credit cards, medical bills, payday loans and personal loans. It also clears balances on cars and real estate. Chapter 7 allows a person to keep much of their property. The process of filing chapter 7 is quicker and …

WI Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Means Test

| October 24, 2013

Basically, a bankruptcy ‘means test’ is what determines whether or not you may qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. The means test consists of two-parts, but you only need to pass one of them to qualify. In 2005 when the bankruptcy code was revamped, providing fixed income formulas, it was in an attempt to prevent people …