What circumstances affect property value
Some circumstances may affect the value of the property you use as security for your Home Equity Access Scheme loan.
What the parental means test is for Youth Allowance students and Australian Apprentices
We assess your parents’ or guardians’ income when you claim Youth Allowance as a dependent student or Australian Apprentice.
Gifting
If you give away your income or assets, they may still count towards your income and assets tests. This also applies if you sell them for less than they’re worth.
Terms and conditions of the Home Equity Access Scheme
You’ll need to accept terms and conditions to take part in the Home Equity Access Scheme.
When you have to pay costs for security for a loan under the Home Equity Access Scheme
You’ll be responsible for some of the costs involved with managing your Home Equity Access Scheme loan.
Rules for the person you care for to get Carer Payment
The person you care for must meet rules for you to get Carer Payment.
What happens when you give us a medical certificate for JobSeeker Payment
We use your medical certificate to work out if you need an exemption from your requirements for a short time. This is so you can keep getting JobSeeker Payment.
Carer Allowance rules for the person you care for
To get this payment, both you and the person you care for need to meet some rules.
Rural customers and primary producers
Some rural properties and farms have more than one title or larger blocks than residential properties. The asset test rules are different for these properties.
How to prepare to claim Age Pension
There are several things to consider when you’re preparing to claim Age Pension.