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FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICES CERTIFICATION INCOME AND RESOURCES FNS 340 DEDUCTIONS Section 340 Change #02-2026 August 4, 2026 6. Resolve any discrepancies prior to allowing the deduction. B. Do not request a specific type of verification as any source that reasonably verifies the deduction is acceptable. Some acceptable sources of verification include, but are not limited to: 1. Rent or Mortgage a. Obtain written or verbal statement from the landlord. b. View payment notice, mortgage book, or closing statement for a new mortgage. These will indicate if the taxes and insurance are escrowed in the mortgage payment. c. View receipts and make sure the amount on the receipt does not include late charges, past due amounts, or HUD recoupments. 2. Property Taxes/Property Insurance a. View bills, receipts, or county tax records. Note: Do not use the tax rate times the value to calculate the tax bill as some citizens, such as seniors, receive discounts. b. Obtain a written or verbal statement from the taxing authority or insurance company. Do not allow late fees or past due amounts. 3. Miscellaneous Shelter Expenses a. Obtain documentary evidence from the source. b. Use a collateral contact when documentary evidence is not available. C. Documentation of Shelter Expenses 1. Document any verifications received in the appropriate the NC FAST casefile. Include: a. The method of verification. If a verbal statement is obtained, document who provided the information, how the verification was obtained (such as by telephone or in person), and exactly what was stated by the source. b. The monthly amount billed or incurred. Always convert to a monthly amount if paid weekly, biweekly, or semi-monthly. c. Date verification received. 2. Entering Housing Expenses a. In NC FAST, each shelter expense is entered separately. b. Do not round.