Basic intro to how the assessment works.

The stages to the HB assessment. 

Paid to those on a passport benefit. Click on the icon to find out more. 

How is the claimant's eligible rent worked out? 

Which can be covered by HB and which not?

How the under-occupancy penalty works and tips on minimising the impact.

How the system works for private rented claimants.

What are they ? How much and tips on minimising.

How they affect a claimant's HB award. 

How is it worked out? - allowances, components and premiums.

What counts, and what is disregarded. How earnings affect an award.

What counts and what is disregarded. Tariff income and savings levels. 

Who's affected, who's excluded and the impact on the HB award.

Tips on maximising a HB award.