Ten-Step Maintenance ModelResponsibility
Monthly Expenses & Contribution Calculator
Itemizes categorized household expenses with mathematical child apportionment, spousal maintenance tracking, and pro-rata parental sharing.
Confidential Matter Storage:
Parent A (Mom) Child Costs
R 0,00
2 children • R 0,00 adult shareParent B (Dad) Child Costs
R 0,00
2 children • R 0,00 adult sharePro-Rata Ratio (A : B)
35.0% : 65.0%
Combined: R 100 000,00Net Maintenance Result
R 0,00
No payment requiredCourt & Case Reference
Children in Household(s) (2 Total)
Calculated Contribution Determination
No balancing payment is required
This calculation applies the standard South African pro-rata maintenance apportionment formula across both households, accounting for direct expenses incurred by each parent and their comparative monthly income.
Jane Doe (Parent A) Household & MeansStep 3 Input
John Doe (Parent B) Household & MeansStep 4 Input
Children Included in Maintenance AssessmentSelect which children are mutual to both parents in this matter. Non-mutual children will be excluded from the pro-rata balancing calculation.
Active Scope: All Children (2 in home)All children in home included
Parenting Schedule & Contact Days Proration
Prorates non-resident parent variable costs when the child only spends part of the month with them (e.g. alternate weekends).
Ten-Step Pro-Rata Balancing Calculation
Synchronized with Schedules A & B| Step | Description | Calculation / Basis | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Children's expenses at Parent A (Mom) | From Parent A schedule (Total Children) | R 0,00 |
| 2 | Children's expenses at Parent B (Dad) | From Parent B schedule (Total Children) | R 0,00 |
| 3 | Parent A monthly income / means | Input | R 35 000,00 |
| 4 | Parent B monthly income / means | Input | R 65 000,00 |
| 5 | Combined parental income | Step 3 + Step 4 | R 100 000,00 |
| 6 | Parent A proportion | Step 3 ÷ Step 5 | 35.00% |
| 7 | Parent B proportion | Step 4 ÷ Step 5 | 65.00% |
| 8 | Parent B share of costs at Parent A | Step 1 × Step 7 | R 0,00 |
| 9 | Parent A share of costs at Parent B | Step 2 × Step 6 | R 0,00 |
| 10 | Net balancing calculation | Step 8 - Step 9 | R 0,00 |
| Adj | Direct-payment adjustment (+ increases B→A; - decreases B→A) | Adjustment (e.g. medical aid / school fees paid directly) | |
| Final | No balancing payment is required | R 0,00 | |
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Annexure — Maintenance Needs & Pro-Rata Contribution Assessment
Ten-Step Pro-Rata Contribution Model under the Maintenance Act 99 of 1998
Court & Case Number: —
Case Reference: —
Applicant (Parent A / Mom): Jane Doe (Parent A)
Respondent (Parent B / Dad): John Doe (Parent B)
Assessment Scope: All Children (2 in home)
Household apportionment: 2 children, 1 adult at Mom's home.
Assessment Date: 2026-10-15
Certified Mediator / CMM: —
Final Assessment & Suggested Contribution
No balancing payment is required
Summary of 10-Step Contribution Calculation
| 1. Children's Calculated Expenses at Parent A (Mom) | R 0,00 |
| 2. Children's Calculated Expenses at Parent B (Dad) | R 0,00 |
| 3. Parent A Monthly Income / Means | R 35 000,00 |
| 4. Parent B Monthly Income / Means | R 65 000,00 |
| 5. Combined Parental Means | R 100 000,00 |
| 6. Parent A Pro-Rata Share (%) | 35.00% |
| 7. Parent B Pro-Rata Share (%) | 65.00% |
| 8. Parent B Share of Costs at Parent A | R 0,00 |
| 9. Parent A Share of Costs at Parent B | R 0,00 |
| 10. Net Balancing Contribution | R 0,00 |
| Final Enforceable Contribution Owed | R 0,00 |
Comparative Schedule of Children's Expenditure (Mom's vs Dad's Household)62 Standardized Legal Categories
| Category & Expense Item | Mom's Place Total | Children at Mom's | Dad's Place Total | Children at Dad's | Combined Children Need |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lodging | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Groceries | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Household expenditure | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Clothing | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Public transport | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Private transport | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Educational expenses | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Medical expenditure | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Personal insurance | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Household insurance | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Pocket money / allowances | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Holidays, entertainment and recreation | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Maintenance, repair and replacement of household items | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Personal loans | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Security | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Membership fees | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Religious contributions / charities | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Gifts | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Television and subscriptions | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Reading material | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Household lease / credit repayments | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Other credit repayments | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Pets | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| Other (please specify) | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
| TOTALS | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 |
Schedule of Household Income & Expenditure: Jane Doe (Parent A)2 Children • 1 Adult • Income: R 35 000,00
| Expense Item | Total Expense | Allocation Method | Children % | Child Cost Total | Adult Share | Basis / Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCHEDULE TOTALS | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | |||
Schedule of Household Income & Expenditure: John Doe (Parent B)2 Children • 1 Adult • Income: R 65 000,00
| Expense Item | Total Expense | Allocation Method | Children % | Child Cost Total | Adult Share | Basis / Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCHEDULE TOTALS | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | R 0,00 | |||
Prepared / Certified By:
Signature
Certified Maintenance Mediator (CMM)
Date Certified:
2026-10-15
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