Relationship details - Separated under one roof form (SS293)
Use this form if you’re separated but live under the same roof as your ex-partner. This is so we can assess whether to pay you as a single person or as a member of a couple.
Asset types
Assets are property or items you or your partner own in full or part, or have an interest in. They can affect your payment.
Real estate assets
Information about how real estate assets affect your payment under the assets test.
Deeming
Deeming rules are used to work out income from your financial assets. We add this to your other income and apply the income test to determine your payment rate.
How much Rent Assistance you can get
The amount of Rent Assistance you can get depends on how much rent you pay.
When gifting exceptions apply
We have some exceptions to how we assess gifting.
Income from self employment
If you’re self employed you need to tell us about your business income. This is so we can pay you the right amount. You also need to tell us if this changes.
Income test for JobSeeker Payment
Your or your partner’s income can reduce how much we pay you.
Independent through work for Youth Allowance as a job seeker
You may be an independent job seeker if you’ve supported yourself through full time paid work.
Review of your details when you get Rent Assistance
We may review your rent details to check they're up to date.