Equity is the difference between the value of the property and what is owed on the property. To keep non-exempt property, a debtor must generally pay the trustee the value of the non exempt property to be distributed to creditors. Bankruptcy law allows married couples filing jointly to each claim a full set of exemptions doubling the exemptions. Unless otherwise noted in the following exemption list, married couples may double the exemption amount given. Federal exemptions are not available.
Exemptions apply only to the 'equity' interest in property.
Must file homestead declaration before attempted sale. Judge may authorize more for low income debtors.