Q: Filed chapter 7 by myself on March 29th. Will I get to keep the stimulus and why? Read it would be part of my bk estate.
There are a few provisions under the cares act for chap 13 but I don't read anything for chap 7 saying that the stimulus is safe from the trustee. Is there something that specifically says I will get to keep the stimulus so I can cite it if the trustee brings it up. When I filed I had 3100 in my checking account which is protected by the Illinois wild card exemption. I figured it would be post petition payment so it couldn't be taken. So please just help me anyway possible so when I go to my 341 meeting in may I can be prepared. I appreciate you taking the time to read this
A: No. The stimulus check should not be part of your bankruptcy estate as it is not income so if you otherwise qualify, you should get the check.
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