Going back to work/ housing benefit..

[blindbill]

My housing benefit is �650..once i am back to work..is there a set limit i must keep from my wages if i dont earn enough..eg. if i earn �1000 . Will i still get help for my housing benefit.. is there a percentage of my wages i can keep to live on.. Seems if i earn �800 will it be the same if i earn �1000.00 if u understand.
Why work for �800 when i can earn �1000 depending on what i can earn

[*Princess*]

I doubt you'll get the correct information on AB. Best to speak to the council/job centre.

However, you do need to change your attitude. You're already thinking it's easier not to work, how is that a good thing? You may save a bit of money (though not your money) but by working you earn so much more. Self respect, motivation, confidence, pride.

[blindbill]

yeah i agree,,worked in the same childrens home for 10yrs.(so not worried about working).seems in london..the less you do..more you get.. all i am saying is..if the council say i earn �1000 they will pay say ..�400.. BUT if i earn �800..will they still pay $400.. logic .just thinking ..just never done all this thats all

[Ethel]

Good heavens! That is far more than my state pension.

As advised, speak to your council or the Citizens' Advice Bureau.

[plowter]

Difficult to answer without knowing your full circumstances.

If you're working full-time you're unlikely to receive Housing Benefit or Council Tax Benefit. However you may be entitled to Working Tax Credit (and Child Tax Credit) which should mean you're no worse off in work.

Your local CAB should be able to help you complete a 'Better Off Calculation' to allow you to compare benefits and employment.

You could also have a look at the on-line calculator on the EntitledTo website.