Chapter 13
Chapter 13 is a repayment plan for individuals with regular income and unsecured debt less than $336,900 and secured debt less than $1,010,650.
The debtor may keep his property and makes regular payments to the Chapter 13 trustee out of future income to pay creditors over time (3-5 years).
Repayment in Chapter 13 can range from 0% to 100% depending on the debtor's income and the makeup of the debt.
Certain debts that cannot be discharged in Chapter 7 can be discharged in Chapter 13. Chapter 13 also provides a mechanism for individuals to prevent foreclosures and repossessions, while catching up on their secured debts.