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House Hunting Trip FAQs
Am I eligible for a house hunting expenses allowance?
Under what circumstances will I receive a househunting trip expenses allowance?
Who is not eligible for a househunting trip expenses allowance?
May my spouse and I perform separate househunting trips at Government expense?
How soon may I and/or my spouse begin a househunting trip?
When must my househunting trip be completed?
May I retain any balance left over from my househunting reimbursement if my Lump Sum amount is more than adequate to cover my househunting trip?
If I am filing a claim for Lump Sum househunting, am I required to provide any receipts?
Can I be reimbursed for parking at the airport during my househunting trip?