Release Notes
Stretto routinely enhances its software for optimal performance and court compliance.
Release Date
Desktop Updates
March 23, 2026
Revised Means Test Numbers
· The Census Bureau State Median Family Income Data are revised effective 4/1/2026. After updating Best Case, users can view the new figures in the program by changing the expected filing date to April 1st or later on the General tab in Form 122A-C.
New Local Forms
- Middle District of Alabama
- Order Determining Status of the Mortgage Claim – Effective 03/2026
- Order Determining Whether Defaults Have Been Cured and Postpetition Amounts Paid – Effective 03/2026
- Notice of Demand to Provide Proof of Insurance on Motor Vehicle Pursuant to Local Rule 4070-1 – Effective 03/2026
- District of North Dakota
- Corporate Ownership Statement – Effective 04/2014
- Debtor’s Electronic Noticing Request (Debn) – Effective 04/2015
Revised Exemptions
- State of Alabama
- Ala. Code § 6-10-2(A) – New Alabama homestead exemption for debtors 62 years of age or older and/or disabled debtors. Amount of new exemption is $56,400 – Effective 6/1/2026
- State of Michigan
- Michigan Homestead and Personal Property Exemptions updated for inflation – Effective 4/1/2026
- 600.5451(1)(c) Household Goods Aggregate Limit increased from $4,625/$9,250 to $5,125/$10,250
- 600.5451(1)(c) Household Goods Per Item increased from $700/$1,400 to $775/$1,550
- 600.5451(1)(d) Church Pew increased from $800/$1,600 to $875/$1,750
- 600.5451(1)(e) Farm Animals, Feed, Crops increased from $3,075/$6,150 to $3,400/$6,800
- 600.5451(1)(f) Pets increased from $800/$1,600 to $875/$1,750
- 600.5451(1)(g) Motor Vehicle increased from $4,250/$8,500 to $4,725/$9,450
- 600.5451(1)(h) Computer and Accessories increased from $800/$1,600 to $875/$1,750
- 600.5451(1)(i) Tools of Trade increased from $3,075/$6,150 to $3,400/$6,800
- 600.5451(1)(m) Homestead increased from $46,125/$46,125 to $51,150/$51,150
- 600.5451(1)(m) Homestead (Senior/Disabled) increased from $69,200/$69,200 to $76,725/$76,725
- Michigan Homestead and Personal Property Exemptions updated for inflation – Effective 4/1/2026
- State of Washington
- Homestead exemption adjusted for inflation for each county – Effective 1/1/2026
March 10, 2026
New Local Forms
- District of Connecticut
- CTB-LF-270 – Verification of List of Creditors – Effective 03/26
March 9, 2026
Revised Chapter 13 Plans
- District of North Dakota*
- Effective 2/6/2023
Revised Local Forms
- District of North Dakota
- LF 2016-1 – Simplified Application for Compensation and Reimbursement of Expenses by Attorney for Debtor(s) in Chapter 13 Case*
March 4, 2026
Revised Chapter 13 Plans
- Middle District of Alabama*
- Effective 3/2/2026
March 2, 2026
New Feature
Nature of Debt Analyzer: Best Case Desktop now includes a simple debt classification wizard that allows you to tag Schedule D and E/F debts as Business, Consumer/Non-Business, or Other. Quickly view a high-level percentage breakdown of debt types to better understand the overall nature of the clients’ obligations. This new feature can be accessed through the new “Nature of Debt Analyzer” button located towards the top of Sch. D or E/F.
Revised Chapter 13 Plans
- Middle District of North Carolina*
- Effective 3/1/2026
Release Date
Cloud Updates
March 25, 2026
Revised Means Test Numbers
- The Census Bureau State Median Family Income Data are revised effective 4/1/2026. Users can view the new figures in the program by changing the expected filing date to April 1st or later on the General tab in Form 122A-C.
March 15, 2026
Revised Chapter 13 Plans
- District of North Dakota
- Effective 2/6/2023
New Local Forms
- District of Connecticut
- CTB-LF-270 – Verification of List of Creditors – Effective 03/2026
Revised Local Forms
- District of North Dakota
- LF 2016-1 – Simplified Application for Compensation and Reimbursement of Expenses by Attorney for Debtor(s) in Chapter 13 Case – Revised effective 03/2026
March 8th, 2026
New Features and Enhancements
- Improved Security and Data Protection
- Server-side security enhancements and targeted remediation have been applied across core infrastructure and services supporting Best Case cloud.
- Adding Dependents on Sch. J
- When adding dependents on Sch. J, clearer button labels and improved validation make it easier to save without confusion.
- Prompt for Downgrade During User Deactivation
- When deactivating a user, admins can now quickly and optionally reduce licensed seats to avoid paying for unused subscriptions.
- Updated Training Hours
- Live training office hours have been moved to Wednesdays exclusively.
Revised Chapter 13 Plans
- Middle District of Alabama
- Effective 3/2/2026
New Local Forms
- District of New Hampshire
- LBF 2083-3 – Monthly Operating Report (Chapter 13) – Effective 2/1/2026
- LBF 4001-4A – Ex Parte Motion to Incur Add. Debt to Acquire Motor Vehicle– Effective 2/1/2026
- LBF 4001-4B – Order Granting Ex Parte Motion to Incur Debt– Effective 2/1/2026
Revised Local Forms
- District of Nebraska
- NEB 3015-1(D) – Certification By Debtor in Support of Discharge Regarding Payment of Domestic Support Obligations – Revised effective 1/2/2026
- NEB 3015-3(A) – Certification by Debtor in Support of Confirmation (Ch. 13) – Revised effective 1/2/2026
- NEB 3015-3(A) – Certification by Debtor in Support of Confirmation (Ch. 12) – Revised effective 1/2/2026
March 1, 2026
Revised Chapter 13 Plans
- Middle District of North Carolina
- Effective 3/1/2026
