Income limits vary by bankruptcy type, state, and household size, but they're typically higher than people expect.

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Bankruptcy filings are on the rise again, and 2026 is already shaping up to eclipse 2025. It’s not a surprise; we’ve been living in a long cycle of easy credit for years, and now the tide is receding.