Home / Bankruptcy Forms / Do I get to keep my income tax refund? Do I get to keep my income tax refund? The right to receive an income tax refund is property of your bankruptcy estate. Income tax refunds are typically exempted from the reach of your creditors and you get to keep it. You Can Call Me Directly...I'm Local And I Can Help!! 989-233-9389 Posted on February 14, 2010 by Mike Shovan in Bankruptcy Forms, FAQ's, Michigan Bankruptcy Tagged as bankruptcy in michigan, bay area bankruptcy lawyer, saginaw bankruptcy attorney, saginaw bankruptcy lawyer