An income-dependent rent increase can affect your housing benefit. Housing benefit (available via [toeslagen.nl](https://www.toeslagen.nl)) is income-dependent and covers up to 35-45% of rent for low-income households. An increase often reduces the benefit, though not always proportionally. Request a recalculation immediately if your income changes.
Conditions: income below €30,000–€38,000, rent below €879 (2024). If the increase exceeds the maximum threshold, you may retain the benefit via the [Rent Tribunal (Huurcommissie)](https://www.huurcommissie.nl). Combine this with special assistance from municipalities. Millions of Dutch residents receive housing benefit; an increase can result in net higher costs. Use the [calculation tool on rijksoverheid.nl](https://www.rijksoverheid.nl) for simulations and to avoid debt.