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Advice please😊

KazzaR
KazzaR Posts: 70 Forumite
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Hi all, I am currently in my 12 months DRO which won’t finish until dec this year, I just wondered where I would stand if my child Maintenance is increased? My ex has had a pay rise there fore he will prob pay a little more due to this. This isn’t set in stone but if it puts my DRO in danger shall I refuse the extra? Have no idea how much extra it could possibly be, it’s all done through the child support agency so it’s all accurate but I’m worried now as i do not want anything to screw this up. 
Thanks in advance

kaz 😊

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  • sourcrates
    sourcrates Posts: 30,239 Ambassador
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    The basic criteria of £50 disposable income still stands.
    If this increase takes you over that figure, then its reasonable to assume your costs would rise by the same amount.

    However, if you don`t want to run the risk of your arrangement failing, postpone the increase or refuse it.

    Its best not to rock the boat until your DRO completes.
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  • KazzaR
    KazzaR Posts: 70 Forumite
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    Thanks for your reply that’s what I thought. I do not want this to affect my DRO I would sooner not have the extra than worrying about it’s affecting my DRO. 
    I guess after my 12 months it will be a different story! 
    Thanks again I love this forum thank god for it😊😊
  • Maybe your ex could use the extra money to pay for things directly for your kids.
  • KazzaR
    KazzaR Posts: 70 Forumite
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    Hi,

    yes this is what I intend to do then at least my son doesn’t miss out, he’s 16 and at college so that little extra I’m sure he will appreciate! 
    Thanks for your comments😊
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