DC has their own income limits that you can reference here. The table below outlines income limits based on your household size. If your household is greater than what is provided below, you can add an extra $11,100/per person. You can also view this data on this site:
This DC means test calculator can estimate qualification.
Bankruptcy can be a great way to get a fresh start when your debt has become unaffordable due to financial hardship. Bankruptcy is for those who have a strong desire to pay their bills, but may not have the ability to pay those bills.
Read storyYes, you can file bankruptcy while unemployed with no job, but please note that your unemployment income does count as income for the bankruptcy means test.
Read storyThe United States Bankruptcy Code does not require people to hire a bankruptcy lawyer to file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy case. Cases filed by individuals without attorneys are referred to as “pro se” filings.
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