Every state has its own set of bankruptcy exemptions — the property you're allowed to keep when you file. Select your state below for a complete breakdown of homestead, vehicle, retirement, wage, and wildcard exemptions.
Bankruptcy exemptions determine what property is protected from creditors when you file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Federal exemptions are available in some states; others require you to use state-specific exemptions. The guides below cover both options where applicable, along with current dollar amounts, stacking rules, and strategies to maximize your protected assets.
Idaho Bankruptcy Exemptions: A Comprehensive Guide for Debtors (2026 Edition)
Illinois Bankruptcy Exemptions: Your Guide to Protecting Assets in 2026
Indiana Bankruptcy Exemptions: A Comprehensive Guide for Debtors (2026 Edition)
Iowa Bankruptcy Exemptions: A Comprehensive Guide to Protecting Your Assets in 2026
Maine Bankruptcy Exemptions: A Comprehensive Guide for 2026
Maryland Bankruptcy Exemptions: Your Guide to Protecting Assets in 2026
Massachusetts Bankruptcy Exemptions: A Comprehensive Guide for 2026
Michigan Bankruptcy Exemptions: A Comprehensive Guide for 2026
Minnesota Bankruptcy Exemptions: A Comprehensive Guide for 2026
Mississippi Bankruptcy Exemptions 2026: Your Complete Guide to Protecting Assets
Missouri Bankruptcy Exemptions: Protect Your Assets in 2026
Montana Bankruptcy Exemptions: A Comprehensive Guide for 2026
Nebraska Bankruptcy Exemptions: Protecting Your Assets in the Cornhusker State (2026 Edition)
Nevada Bankruptcy Exemptions 2026: Your Guide to Protecting Assets
New Hampshire Bankruptcy Exemptions: A Comprehensive Guide (2026 Edition)
New Jersey Bankruptcy Exemptions 2026: A Comprehensive Guide
New Mexico Bankruptcy Exemptions 2026: Your Complete Guide to Protecting Assets
New York Bankruptcy Exemptions: A Comprehensive Guide (2026 Edition)
North Carolina Bankruptcy Exemptions: Your Guide to Protecting Assets in 2026
North Dakota Bankruptcy Exemptions: A Comprehensive Guide for 2026