Child Support Guidelines – What is Included?: Part 2
Child Support Guidelines – What is Included?: Part 2
The previous post laid out the three different categories of expenses that are included in the basic child support award. Let’s start with an explanation for fixed costs.
Fixed costs - according to the court, fixed costs account for 38% of the child support award. These are costs incurred even when your children are not residing with you., ie: housing and utility costs. This category also includes mortgage interest payments, home equity loan payments, repairs or maintenance on the housing, rent, and miscellaneous household equipment.
Fixed costs will be adjusted when the non-custodial parent is spending at least two overnights per week with the children. Consult with an attorney to find out additional specifics on this category and if the court will consider an adjustment based on extraordinary expenses in this area.
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