Rent allowance is available for lower incomes, including private sector homes with point assessment. The allowance covers up to 35% of the difference between rent and an income-dependent deduction. For 2024, a maximum rent limit of €900 applies for singles, but for point assessment rental properties, you can receive allowance if the calculated rent falls below this.
Calculate your entitlement via toeslagen.nl using income, assets, and rent price. Increases via point assessment can reduce allowance, so check adjustments. When objecting to an increase, you may retain more allowance. Housing corporations must take allowance into account during indexation. Incorrect rent prices lead to recovery of allowance. Tip: register your tenancy agreement with the Tax Authorities for automatic calculation. In 2023, 1.2 million households benefited. Combine with income support for optimal benefit. (197 words)