new job after discharge but before close

[gohornsgo]

Hi. I have an opportunity to move to another state and take a job that will pay about 5K per month. My case will close in a few weeks. I am a no asset. I was discharged today.

Should I wait until the case closes since the income is substantially greater than the limit for a single guy filing ch 7?

[newbie2]

Hi. I have an opportunity to move to another state and take a job that will pay about 5K per month. My case will close in a few weeks. I am a no asset. I was discharged today.

Should I wait until the case closes since the income is substantially greater than the limit for a single guy filing ch 7?

I'm not an attorney, so take my 2 cents for what it is worth: Take the job and move on with your life. Chapter 7 is a "snapshot" of your financial picture the day that you file. You are allowed to earn a living and if you can, better yourself, after the day of filing. With few exceptions (inheritance, lottery winnings, etc) you don't have to notify the court of any increase in income.

Congratulations!

[music12]

take the job and don't worry about a thing! enjoy your new freedom

you could also call the clerk's office and ask them to close the case which they may do right there and then if it's no asset.

[nc73]

concur with everyone...it's not like you got the job before your 341.