In this episode, Luke breaks down one of the biggest questions people have about Chapter 13 bankruptcy: “What will my monthly plan payment be?” He explains the formula behind the calculation, what factors affect your payment, and how it can change over time. Luke also discusses how income, secured and priority debts, administrative costs, and even life events all come into play. If you’ve ever wondered how Chapter 13 payments are structured and why they differ for everyone, this episode will give you the full picture.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- What a Chapter 13 plan payment covers and how it works
- How your income, debts, and assets determine your monthly amount
- The difference between 0%, 100%, and partial repayment plans
- How secured debts like car loans and mortgages are handled
- What happens to back taxes and child support in bankruptcy
- How administrative fees and trustee costs are factored in
- Why your plan payment might change during the 3–5 year period
- How objections from creditors or trustees are resolved
- What to expect when calculating your payment during consultation
Key Timestamps
00:00 – 02:00 — What is a Chapter 13 plan payment and why it matters 02:00 – 04:30 — How income affects whether you pay 0%, 100%, or somewhere in between 04:30 – 07:00 — How secured debts are handled: cars, mortgages, and arrears 07:00 – 09:30 — Understanding priority debts like taxes and child support 09:30 – 11:00 — Administrative costs and how they’re built into your payment 11:00 – 14:00 — How your final monthly payment is calculated 14:00 – 16:00 — What happens if your income or expenses change 16:00 – 17:30 — How objections from creditors or trustees are handled 17:30 – 19:00 — Luke’s advice for getting a realistic estimate before filing
Show Description
If you’re thinking about filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, one of the first things you’ll want to know is what your monthly payment will look like. In this episode, Luke explains how those numbers are calculated, what goes into the formula, and how your payment can change over time. From understanding secured and priority debts to knowing what to expect at each step of the process, this episode is your guide to navigating Chapter 13 with clarity and confidence.
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