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Do I have to report a raise in a chapter 13 bankruptcy?

I filed a pro se bankruptcy with help of a paralegal service that did the paperwork. Everything is going well and my confirmation is in 5 months.

However, I just got a raise and was wondering if I can just bring it up at the confirmation hearing or I have to modify the petition?

A: The simple answer is “Yes” you will need to report your change in income to the trustee. If you are paying less than 100% back to your creditors you must include your recent pay raise in the plan. Your plan should be amended to reflect the increase.

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The Bornmann Law Group
1731 W. Baseline Road, Suite 100
Mesa, Arizona 85202
Office: (480) 263-1699

Evan Bornmann, Mesa AZ Bankruptcy Lawyer.
Re-Posted from AVVO Legal Questions and Answers.