Bankruptcy Income.

for purposes of the "means test" Va disability is not "income" and does not count to disposable income; that being said it still has to be disclosed on the 122C form and on your schedule I you may qualify for legal aid and i would search around in your area for free legal aid they may have a referral for you.

The answer is both "yes" and "no." Yes, VA disability is income that must be disclosed on Schedule I. No, VA disability income does not need to be disclosed on the Means Test. Also, the VA disability income can be "backed-out" as a deduction on Schedule J. Hope this perspective helps!

No, VA disability payments are not included in your CMI calculation to determine your eligibility to file under Chapter 7 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code.

VA Disability is not considered disposable income for purposes of Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

All income is income on Schedule I where you list that and in the Statement of Financial Affairs. You always tell the truth. But discuss ALL the specific facts in person with an experienced attorney asap. Your asking that question implies you have not called and discussed with an experienced bankruptcy attorney near you as you would or should know the answer to that question posted here on . Other facts and issues can gravely affect your case so I will point these out for you next some issues so you know you only need to do one thing now: call an attorney near you to discuss bankruptcy. You need and want to enjoy your fresh start also. But the most important thing is to meet with an attorney as you asking this question means you have not. You care about 2 goals: keeping everything you have equity in and discharging all your debts. If you don't have any of the exceptions to discharge you will obtain that goal; most exceptions are set forth in 11 USC. 523 (Google it) like child support, some income taxes, traffic (in a ch 7) and criminal fines , and presumption of student loans. But some debts are dischargeable in a ch 13 but NOT in a ch 7 so you want to make sure and your attorney will discuss any such types with you also! Your exemptions depend on what state you have lived in in the last 2 years and thus if in your state, then your states exemptions will apply. Most persons filing keep everything they own but your attorney will confirm that with you when they learn everything you own and the equity thereof! Some secured debts like homes, vehicles, other secured debts an attorney will discuss your options on also as you must list any debts; but that does not mean you will lose them unless you have too much equity or are in default on paying for them! Discuss those options if they apply with your attorney too. But other issues can arise that can greatly harm your case. Just one example: If you paid back a relative $3,000 11 months ago and now file bankruptcy next week, the trustee can SUE that relative to retrieve that $3,000 (under what is called a preference) for the benefit of the bankruptcy estate. As a result, most attorneys don't charge to meet with them the first meeting so meet with one no matter what. Many great attorneys can be found right here on in your state so look, call, and meet one as soon as you can. You should also want to know when to file: is there an advantage of waiting versus filing now and who should you pay between now and then! Good luck and enjoy your later fresh start.