What is a ‘household community’?
HartzIV.info2017-02-03T15:03:18+00:00A household community is formed between relatives or members of the conspiracy when they live together and "operate from one place" without the requirements of [...]
What is a ‘community of needs’?
HartzIV.info2017-02-03T15:02:49+00:00'Community of needs' is a concept of social assistance. It was laid down in the German law in the reform of the basic insurance [...]
Can leasing liabilities be taken if Arbeitslosengeld II is no longer paid?
HartzIV.info2017-01-20T19:04:48+00:00Yes. In order to avoid homelessness, social welfare providers can also take over rent and energy pensions from persons who are not in need [...]
Who is responsible for the costs of staying at a women’s protection house?
HartzIV.info2017-01-20T19:07:43+00:00If an active, in need of social support, woman is looking for a women's sanctuary, the provider pays the costs of the previous place of [...]
When are young people able to get their own apartment?
HartzIV.info2017-01-20T19:06:33+00:00Anyone who is below the age of 25 requires the assurances of the responsible municipal institution (§ 22 para 5 SGB II) in order to [...]
What do I need to consider when moving?
HartzIV.info2017-01-20T19:10:42+00:00Before signing a contract for a new accommodation, the guarantee of the municipal authority on the expenses for the new accommodation will be collected. If [...]
Will the costs for a new apartment be covered if the new apartment is slightly more expensive than the previous one?
HartzIV.info2017-01-20T19:12:05+00:00If a person who is entitled to benefits from an apartment with a previously reasonable cost of accommodation in another apartment, which is more [...]
Do I have to evict my home if the housing costs are inadequate?
HartzIV.info2017-01-20T19:33:56+00:00If the rent is too high according to official standards, the full rent will be taken into account as required. However, only as long [...]
What can I do if my electricity has been cut off due to a delayed payment to the power supplier?
HartzIV.info2017-01-20T19:34:13+00:00You should contact your relevant job center immediately and ask for assistance. It is important to meet current payment obligations immediately. You have the [...]
When is an apartment considered to be adequate?
HartzIV.info2017-01-20T19:30:33+00:00As a rule, the municipal authorities determine in a so-called "guideline" which costs are reasonable. In a large city, a higher monthly cold rent [...]