How is the rent capacity calculation applied?

Questioner

My ability to pay calculation includes a flat-rate housing cost of 412 euros, including necessary service costs of 650 euros. Is it common practice to add a service charge?

Lawyer

The ability to pay calculation is a person-dependent calculation to determine how much someone can contribute to, for example, alimony or the repayment of debts. The ability to pay calculation for rent takes into account various factors, such as income, any other expenses and the standard of living. The 'flat-rate housing costs' also play a role in this calculation. This is a housing budget that is used as a starting point to map out the costs of living. It is a fixed amount, regardless of whether your actual housing costs are higher or lower. In addition, there may be service charges. These are intended for specific services and supplies in and around the house, such as cleaning of common areas or supply of heat and water. It is certainly not unusual for these costs to be included in the calculation of the ability to pay. However, it is also important to know that the capacity to pay calculation model can vary between different authorities and it may therefore be advisable to obtain specific legal advice for your personal situation. --------------- Stichting Rechtswinkel.nl is a national organization with students and volunteers. The above advice is based on limited information and may be incomplete or even incorrect for your situation. Always consult a lawyer or attorney for your further steps. Read disclaimer: https://rechtswinkel.nl/disclaimer I would like to invite you to rate the above answer so that we can learn from your response. May we refer you to www.echtscheidingswinkel.nl?