In order to receive more than the base rate of FTB Part A, separated parents are required to apply for a child support assessment through DHS, even if parents arrange
the transfer of their child support payments privately with the other parent.
The effect
of child support regulations will mean that when couples part and seek legal settlement
of their property and financial affairs, the pressure will be intensified for an order, either for the sale
of the former matrimonial home or its
transfer to the absent parent in return for a lump sum
payment to the caring parent.