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Steps in the Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Process<\/h1>\n\n
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\n By Christie Nicholson, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Jordan Walker, J.D.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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The Chapter 13 bankruptcy process is a court-supervised debt reorganization that allows you to keep your property while repaying creditors over three to five years. The process involves checking your eligibility, filing required paperwork, meeting with a trustee, and getting court approval for your repayment plan. After making all scheduled payments, the court discharges remaining eligible unsecured debts.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

The steps for filing for bankruptcy include:<\/p>\n