QUESTION
Can I get married after a chapter 13 bankruptcy?
Asked on Feb 02nd, 2017 on Bankruptcy - Wisconsin
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I filled over 3 years ago for chapter 13 and have been repaying ever since. I met my fiancé a year into it.
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Generally, yes. However, I would advise you to meet with a lawyer face to face so they can review your Chapter 13 file with you. Any lawyer worth their salt will charge you a minimum of one hour of their time.
Answered on Apr 11th, 2017 at 8:05 AM
Yes, a bankruptcy filing does not limit your ability to marry.
Answered on Apr 08th, 2017 at 7:10 AM
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Marriage often changes a person's financial situation and the changes may require a modification of your Chapter 13 plan. For example, if you marry a person with few obligations and an income, it could result in an increase in your disposable monthly income and higher plan payments. Or if you marry an individual with high obligations and no or low income, it could decrease or eliminate your disposable monthly income and reduce plan payments. You should consult with a bankruptcy attorney before considering marriage during a Chapter 13.
Answered on Apr 08th, 2017 at 7:10 AM
Nothing in Chapter 13 prohibits you from getting married, but if being married changes your finances, you may end up having an increase in your plan payments that you did not anticipate.
Answered on Apr 08th, 2017 at 7:09 AM
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Of course you can get married. You need to check with your attorney on whether or not your new spouse's income will effect your chapter 13 payments.
Answered on Apr 08th, 2017 at 7:09 AM
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Yes.
Answered on Apr 07th, 2017 at 6:51 AM