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2. Reasons for Non-Disqualification/Transfer of Resources Transfer of resources will not result in a disqualification in the following circumstances: A. The resource(s) would be excluded. B. The resource(s) was sold or traded at the approximate fair market value. C. The resource(s) was transferred to another eligible or disqualified BG member. D. The resource(s) was transferred for a reason other than qualifying for benefits. NOTE: If an A/R spends a resource, this is not considered a transfer of resources.

6.12 When to Verify Resources Ownership and value of resources must be verified at application or when a new resource is reported. At redetermination, resources must be re-verified if the value has changed or is questionable.

Sources of Verification The following chart details verification sources for resources and vehicles: Liquid/Non-Liquid Resources Vehicles Contracts Court records Current bank statements Employer Internal Revenue Service (IRS) match Real estate company records Refund checks Tax receipt Tax forms NADA Used Car Guide Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Registration Statement from a reliable car dealer Vehicle registration Tax receipt

A client statement is acceptable verification, unless contradictory information is known to the agency. NOTE: Verification for which there is a fee charged to DSS must not be used.

$0 - $249.00 $250 - $999.99 $1,000 - $2,999.99 $3,000 - $4,999.99 $5,000 - and up 1 month 3 months 6 months 9 months 12 months