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CHAPTER 13 PLAN AND COVER SHEET

UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT
DISTRICT OF MASSACHUSETTS

Filing Date: Docket #:

Debtor: Co-Debtor:

SS#: SS#:

Address:

Address:

Debtor's Counsel:

Address:

Telephone #: Facsimile #:

ATTACHED TO THIS COVER SHEET IS THE CHAPTER 13 PLAN FILED BY THE DEBTOR(S) IN THIS CASE. THIS PLAN SETS OUT THE PROPOSED TREATMENT OF THE CLAIMS OF CREDITORS. THE CLAIMS ARE SET FORTH IN THE BANKRUPTCY SCHEDULES FILED BY DEBTOR(S) WITH THE BANKRUPTCY COURT.

YOU WILL RECEIVE A SEPARATE NOTICE FROM THE BANKRUPTCY COURT OF THE SCHEDULED CREDITORS' MEETING PURSUANT TO 11 U.S.C. ' 341. THAT NOTICE WILL ALSO ESTABLISH THE BAR DATE FOR FILING PROOFS OF CLAIMS.

PURSUANT TO THE MASSACHUSETTS LOCAL BANKRUPTCY RULES, YOU HAVE UNTIL THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE SECTION 341 MEETING TO FILE AN OBJECTION TO CONFIRMATION OF THE CHAPTER 13 PLAN, WHICH OBJECTION MUST BE SERVED ON THE DEBTOR, DEBTOR'S COUNSEL AND THE CHAPTER 13 TRUSTEE.

UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT
DISTRICT OF MASSACHUSETTS

CHAPTER 13 PLAN Docket #

DEBTORS: (H) SS#

      (W) SS#

TERM OF THE PLAN Months

PLAN PAYMENT: Debtor(s) to pay monthly: $

I. SECURED CLAIMS

A. CLAIMS TO BE PAID THROUGH THE PLAN (INCLUDING ARREARS):

Creditor Description of claim (pre-petition arrears, purchase money, etc.) Amount of Claim

Total of secured claims to be paid through the Plan $

B. CLAIMS TO BE PAID DIRECTLY TO CREDITORS (Not through Plan):

Creditor Description of Claim

II. PRIORITY CLAIMS

Creditor Description of claim Amount of claim

Total Priority Claims $

III. ADMINISTRATIVE CLAIMS

A. Attorneys fees (to be paid through the plan): $ (to be paid in first 12 months of plan)

B. Miscellaneous fees:

CreditorDescription of claimAmount of claim

C. The chapter 13 trustee's fee is determined by order of the United States Attorney General. The calculation of the Plan payment set forth below utilizes a 10% trustee's commission. In the event that the trustee's commission is less than 10%, the additional funds collected by the trustee shall be disbursed to unsecured creditors up to 100% of the allowed claims.

IV. UNSECURED CLAIMS

The general unsecured creditors shall receive a dividend of % of their claims.

A. General unsecured claims: $

B. Undersecured claims arising after lien avoidance/cramdown:

CreditorDescription of claimAmount of claim

Total of A + B general unsecured claims: $

C. Multiply total by percentage of dividend: $

D. Separately classified unsecured claims (co-borrower/student loan, etc.):

CreditorDescription of claimAmount of claim

Total amount of separately classified claims payable at %: $

V. OTHER PROVISIONS

A. Liquidation of assets to be used to fund plan:

B. Modification of Secured Claims: Set forth details of modifications below or on attached sheets. This information should include name of creditor and detailed explanation of the modification. The total amount of the secured claim that is to be paid through the plan (inclusive of interest) should be set forth in Section I of this Plan.

C. Miscellaneous provisions:

VI. CALCULATION OF PLAN PAYMENT

a. Secured claims (Section I-A Total):$

b. Priority claims (Section II Total):+ $

c. Administrative claims (Section III A + B Total):+ $

d. General unsecured claims (Section IV-C Total):+ $

e. Separately classified unsecured claims (Section IV-D Total):+ $

f. Total of (a) through (e) above:= $

g. Divide (f) by .9 for total including Trustee’s fee: Cost of Plan= $

(This represents the total amount to be paid into the chapter 13 plan)

h. Divide (g) Cost of Plan by Term of plan: months

i. Round up to nearest dollar: Monthly Plan Payment:$

(Enter this amount on page 1)

Pursuant to 11 U.S.C. ' 1326(a)(1), unless the Court orders otherwise, a debtor shall commence making the payments proposed by a plan within thirty (30) days after the plan is filed.

LIQUIDATION ANALYSIS

I. Real Estate:

Address Fair Market Value Recorded Liens (Schedule D)

Total Net Equity for Real Property: $

Less Exemptions (Schedule C): $

Available Chapter 7: $

II. Automobile (Describe year, make and model):

Net Value of Equity: $

Less Exemptions (Schedule C): $

Available Chapter 7: $

III. All Other Assets (All remaining items on Schedule B): (Itemize as necessary)

Value: $ Less Exemptions (Schedule C): $

Available Chapter 7: $

SUMMARY (Total amount available under Chapter 7):

Net Equity (I and II) Plus Other Assets (III) less all claimed exemptions: $

Additional Comments regarding Liquidation Analysis:

Pursuant to the Chapter 13 rules, the debtor or his or her counsel is required to serve a copy of the Amended Plan upon the Chapter 13 trustee, all creditors and interested parties, and to file a certificate of service accordingly.

Debtor's counsel Date

Address:

Telephone#:

I/WE DECLARE UNDER THE PENALTIES OF PERJURY THAT THE FOREGOING REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT ARE TRUE AND CORRECT TO THE BEST OF OUR KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF.

Debtor Date

Debtor Date

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What the Chapter 13 Plan and Cover Sheet Are

The Chapter 13 Plan sets out a debtor's proposed repayment schedule under 11 U.S.C. §1322 and §1325, allocating payments to secured, priority, and unsecured creditors over the plan term. The Cover Sheet summarizes case identifiers, contact details, and procedural data for the court and chapter 13 trustee to review and docket. Courts and trustees use these documents to evaluate confirmation, administrative treatment, and service requirements under local bankruptcy rules and the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure.

Why an Accurate Plan and Cover Sheet Matter

A complete plan and cover sheet clarify payment proposals, protect debtor and creditor rights, facilitate trustee review, and support confirmation under 11 U.S.C. §1325; omissions or errors can cause objections, delays, or dismissal.

Why an Accurate Plan and Cover Sheet Matter

Who Prepares and Relies on These Pages

Accuracy supports efficient review, reduces objections, and documents commitments that the court will enforce if the plan is confirmed.

  • Debtors or counsel preparing the plan and required schedules for filing and confirmation review.
  • Chapter 13 trustees who analyze disposable income, proposed payments, and priority distributions.
  • Creditors and claims agents who compare proof-of-claim entries to plan treatment and payment schedules.

Core Sections to Include on a Professional Plan and Cover Sheet

A compliant plan and cover sheet group essential legal, financial, and procedural data so the court and trustee can assess feasibility and confirmation requirements.

Debtor Information

Full legal name(s), last four of SSN, mailing address, case number, and contact details for debtor and counsel for service and identification.

Plan Term

Length of payments in months and start date; shows proposed duration and whether the plan meets 11 U.S.C. §1325(b) requirements.

Payment Amounts

Proposed monthly payment to the trustee and allocation rules for secured, priority, and unsecured claims, including treatment of arrears.

Priority Claims

List of priority creditors (taxes, child support) and projected payment schedules so trustee can verify statutory priority treatment.

Secured Claims

Treatment for secured creditors (cure, surrender, valuation) with collateral description and proposed monthly payment or lump-sum cure plan.

Signatures & Verification

Signature block for debtor(s) and attorney, verification statement, and date; identify who signs and how signatures are authenticated.

Essential Data Elements to Record

Debtor Name: Full legal name
Case Number: Bankruptcy court docket number
SSN (last4): Last four digits only
Trustee: Assigned chapter 13 trustee
Plan Term: Months of proposed payments
Attorney Contact: Name and phone/email

Step-by-Step: Preparing and Filing the Plan

Follow these core steps to prepare a Chapter 13 plan and cover sheet for filing and review.

  • 01
    Gather Documents: Collect schedules, pay stubs, tax returns, and creditor list.
  • 02
    Calculate Payments: Compute disposable income and proposed trustee payment.
  • 03
    Complete Plan: Populate plan and cover sheet fields; attach required exhibits.
  • 04
    File and Serve: File with the bankruptcy court and serve trustee and creditors.

Setting Up an Online Completion Workflow

Configure an online workflow to streamline repeated plan filings, required signatures, and document attachments.

Field | Configuration Value mapping | Settings
Template Name Create a standard plan template for reuse
Conditional Sections Show secured-claim fields only when applicable
Signer Authentication Require email plus SMS or ID verification
Supporting Documents Attach schedules, pay stubs, and proofs of claim

Where to File and Who to Send Copies To

Understand the standard routing so filings are accepted and required parties receive notice.

  • Bankruptcy Court: File the petition, plan, and cover sheet via court CM/ECF or clerk's office.
  • Chapter 13 Trustee: Provide a complete copy for administrative review and calculation of payments.
  • Creditors: Serve listed creditors or their counsel per FRBP service rules.
  • Retain Copies: Keep signed originals and electronic copies for your records.

Digital Signing and eSubmission: Essentials

When using eSignature platforms, document retention, signer authentication, and a complete audit trail are important to satisfy court and trustee requirements.

  • File Format: PDF/A is preferred
  • Authentication: Email plus SMS/KBA when required
  • Integrations: CM/ECF or document management links

Key Deadlines and Timing Considerations

Certain dates and events affect confirmation, trustee review, and plan enforcement; observe statutory and local rule timing.

Filing Date:

The petition and plan file date begins the case and triggers subsequent deadlines.

341 Meeting of Creditors:

Trustee-convened meeting occurs after filing per 11 U.S.C. §341; attend and be prepared to be examined.

First Plan Payment:

Make the initial plan payment as required by 11 U.S.C. §1326(a)(1).

Objection Deadlines:

Creditors and trustee may object within timeframes set by local rules and hearing notices.

Confirmation Hearing:

Court schedules confirmation subject to trustee review and timely objections.

Common Preparation Errors to Avoid

  • Incomplete creditor lists or misstated claim amounts cause late claims, improper distributions, and trustee objections that delay confirmation.
  • Miscomputing disposable income or missing income sources leads to plan infeasibility and likely objections under 11 U.S.C. §1325(b).
  • Omitting required attachments—tax returns, pay stubs, or proofs of claim—results in trustee requests and possible continuances.
  • Using inconsistent names or case numbers across documents complicates service and may cause clerk or trustee to reject filings.

Consequences of Incorrect or Incomplete Filings

Plan Rejection: Court may deny confirmation
Case Dismissal: Debtor risk of dismissal
Conversion: Case may convert to Chapter 7
Sanctions: Attorney or party sanctions possible
Creditor Remedies: Creditors may seek relief from stay
Tax Consequences: Incorrect disclosures affect tax reporting

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Frequently Asked Questions and Troubleshooting

Answers to common questions about validity, signatures, corrections, and filing to help avoid delays and trustee objections.


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