HOW TO CALCULATE THE CHILD’S EXPENSES ON THE FORMS
• The statutory duty in terms of section 15(3)
• Recommendations of the SA Law Reform Commission on how the child’s expenses should be dealt with
• The concept of a “fair” amount when it comes to expenses for children
• Discussion of case law that deals with the calculation of the child’s expenses
• How to divide the monthly expenses between yourself and the child(ren) – different models
• Discussion on grocery expenditures, common household expenditure, educational expenditure, medical expenses and other necessary expenses
• Tips on expenses that are often forgotten when working out the children’s expenses
• Practical tips
Link to webinar, handout and resources: https://www.lunchandlearn.org.za/ll04-2024-how-to-calculate-the-childs-expense/
Streaming link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFZKoaivkuI



