The actual assessment method is known as the 'disbursement' method (1.1.D.100) and is used to estimate the amount of maintenance (1.1.M.10) an applicant/recipient will receive for a relevant assessment period (1.1.R.25).
The actual assessment method, or disbursement method, is only available to payees who have registered their child support assessment for collection by Child Support.
Policy reference: FA Guide 3.1.7 Maintenance Income Test
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Last reviewed: 20 March 2013