- Texas
- Florida
- Alabama
- Mississippi
- Georgia
- Tennessee
- North Carolina
- South Carolina
- Oklahoma
- Kansas
These states all have homestead exemptions that protect a significant amount of equity in a debtor's primary residence from creditors. They also have relatively low personal property exemptions, which means that creditors can more easily seize non-exempt assets to satisfy debts. In addition, these states all have laws that make it difficult for creditors to garnish wages or bank accounts.
However, it is important to note that there is no such thing as a truly "debtor friendly" state. Every state has some laws that protect debtors, and some laws that protect creditors. The best way to protect yourself from debt is to avoid borrowing money you can't afford to repay.