In Rijswijk, your partner's assets are taken into account when applying for social assistance benefits. According to the Work and Assistance Act (WWB) Article 41, household assets form the basis: savings, shares, real estate and other assets of both partners are combined. For 2024, in Rijswijk, the threshold for a married couple is €107,595, for a single person €53,797. Even if your partner is employed or active as a self-employed person (zzp'er) in the Haaglanden region, the Municipality of Rijswijk strictly tests the total assets. Exception: for a self-employed business, a higher asset threshold may apply, depending on the local assessment by the Work and Income department.
Loans between partners are often double-tested in Rijswijk as possible gifts. The municipality applies the 'fictitious attribution': half per person. In case of divorce, relationship breakdown or moving within Rijswijk (e.g. to Plaspoelpolder or In de Bollenstreek), you must report this immediately via the Rijswijk Customer Contact Centre. Always keep bank statements, appraisal reports and proof of local costs such as ground lease in Rijswijk-Buiten.
Exceeding the threshold? Then the social assistance benefit is reduced by the excess, in accordance with Rijswijk's policy. Practical example: a second home of your partner in the Oud-Rijswijk neighbourhood counts fully, unless it is structurally rented out with demonstrable loss. Participants in the Rijswijk allowance scheme receive an annual asset letter from the municipality. For AOW-related assets, consult the SVB, but also report this to Rijswijk. Correct and timely reporting via the Mijn Rijswijk portal prevents recovery assessments or fines up to €5,280. Structure your joint assets smartly within the limits, for example through local investments in sustainable energy that are deductible.