Line 57 Form B22c - Deductions for special circumstances?

[ednasouth]

Does anyone know what what line 57 - Deduction for special circumstances is for on form b22c? I'm trying to justify my 10 year old son's soccer league fees (1500/year) and my 8 year old daughter's " kids yoga" lessons (500/year). I can't understand how some judges will allow people to continue to contribute 15% or less to a charitable organization, contribute to retirement plans, but wont allow others to spend a fraction of this on physical activities for children. Yes, both of my children were involved with these activities more than 6 months before filing and we have proof of payments for these activities. We tried filing these under educational expenses at first. Wondering if there is another place we can try to include them? The TT said the Judge usually doesn't approve these type items. My attorney is looking into some things and is getting back with me on 3/3.

Aggravated Parent

[optimistic1]

Well thats because the part about retirement plans and charitable contributions, is actually within the US Bankruptcy Code, which is law. Unfortunately, Congress forgot to add the part in about yoga and soccer.

The judge wont approve it, because you are having your cake and eating it too, you cant spend money on these types of things while in a 13 and leave nothing for creditors, thats not how it works. You are allowed to live comfortably, but not beyond your means.

Just put your budget down on the sheet, and after you are confirmed, adjust your budget to allow yourself to pay for these things. So that means clip coupons, shop smart, take the bus to work, carpool, shop at thrift stores.

Your Chapter 13 is not forever.