Chapter 7 bankruptcy eliminates most unsecured debts including credit cards, medical bills, personal loans, and old utility bills. It also wipes out deficiency balances from repossessed cars or foreclosed homes. However, you’ll still owe child support, recent taxes, student loans, and secured debts like your current mortgage or car loan if you want to keep those assets. Most of our Brentwood Plaza clients see 70-90% of their total debt eliminated through Chapter 7, giving them a genuine fresh start.