D.C.-Area Appliance Retailer Files for Chapter 11 After Nearly 30 Years

​M&M Appliance Sales and Service, Inc., an appliance retailer based in Washington, D.C., enters bankruptcy.​

Written By Twinkle Jha
M&M Appliance Sales and Service, Inc. filed a bankruptcy petition on March 30 (Image credit: Cleyder Duque | Pexels | Created on Canva)

M&M Appliance Sales and Service, Inc. has decided to move ahead with a bankruptcy process. The longtime appliance retail company has a total of three locations, which are located in Washington, D.C., and Alexandria, VA.

The company hasn’t shared a reason, but Chapter 11 filings typically allow businesses to restructure their finances under court supervision.

M&M Appliance Sales and Service, Inc. Files for Bankruptcy

After nearly 30 years of operations, the company made a voluntary filing on March 30, 2026. Case details can be found on PACER. Filing records state the case is being held in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Columbia (Washington, D.C.).

As per case details available on RK Consultants, the company is a small business debtor pursuant to 11 U.S.C. § 101(51D), and made the filing under Subchapter V of Chapter 11.

Company Background

M&M Appliance Sales and Service, Inc. has been serving customers with a wide range of products since its inception in 1997.

Besides its three retail locations, the company offers sales, delivery, and service to many other D.C. area locations. These include Bel Air, MD, Bethesda, Potomac, Takoma Park, Chevy Chase, Silver Spring, and Aberdeen, MD.

As of now, it has around 55 employees serving across locations.

Owner Michael Greenwald, in a statement shared through the website, stressed on the problem of a “global appliance shortage,” which the retail company currently faces. Greenwald cited delays in the supply chain of the raw materials for the shortage. These materials are used by manufacturers. As a result, the company struggles to meet the higher demand for home appliances.

Case Summary and Impending Deadlines

According to court filings, attorney Craig Palik of McNamee Hosea is offering legal representation to M&M Appliance Sales and Service, Inc. in the case. Michael Greenwald is the authorized representative who signed the petition before its submission.

Further information listed in the Chapter 11 petition is here:

  • Filing Date: March 30, 2026
  • Court and Jurisdiction: U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Columbia (Washington, D.C.)
  • Type of Filing: Active, Voluntary Petition, Subchapter V
  • Chapter: 11
  • Case Number: 26-00149
  • Estimated Assets: $1,000,001-$10 million
  • Estimated Liabilities: $1,000,001-$10 million
  • Reason for Filing: Restructure business under court supervision

As of now, the company has between 1 and 49 creditors in total. Court filings indicate that funds will be available for distribution to the unsecured creditors.

The company submitted a list of creditors who have the 20 largest unsecured claims and are not insiders. These included D.C. Department of Tax and Revenue, Comptroller of Maryland, Jefferson Spencer, and Virginia Department of Taxation.

After almost 30 years of service, the latest filing reflects the company’s emphasis to restructure and continue operations. Global supply chain disruptions and appliance shortages are some ongoing issues that may have led to the company’s financial strain.

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Twinkle Jha is a content writer passionate about crafting engaging and informative pieces for diverse audiences. She holds a degree in Journalism & Mass Communication that helps her create news-based articles related to restaurants, retail, and real estate in the US. With five years of writing experience, Twinkle has a strong base for her research, allowing her to create compelling content. Her keen eye for detail and creative approach make her writing stand out. When not working, she loves to watch movies.
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