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Bankruptcy Chapter 13 is a form of bankruptcy that allows individuals with a regular income to develop a plan to repay all or part of their debts. Under Chapter 13, debtors propose a repayment plan to make installments to creditors over three to five years. This type of bankruptcy is often chosen by individuals who have a steady income and want to keep their assets, such as a home or car, but are struggling with overwhelming debt.