Why I Don’t Count Child Support Money in My Monthly Expenses

Living on a low income is a challenging reality for many individuals, especially those responsible for supporting children. Whether the child support payments are under 20 dollars or well over a hundred keeping the child support away from your monthly budget is essential. Under this type of circumstance, every penny counts, and budgeting becomes a crucial aspect of financial survival.

However, one might wonder why someone wouldn’t include child support money in their monthly expenses. Of course, child support is meant to contribute to the well-being of the children. Here are three compelling reasons why I choose not to count child support money into my monthly expenses, and why others in similar situations might make the same decision.

Uncertainty of Payment

The primary reason I don’t count child support money in my monthly expenses is the uncertainty of payment. Unfortunately, not all non-custodial parents fulfill their financial obligations consistently. One can be looking for the money on a month where money may be tight and never receive it!

While child support orders exist to ensure financial support for children, there’s no guarantee that the payments will be made regularly or in full. Many custodial parents have experienced the frustration and financial…