Certified Relocation Professional (CRP) Practice Exam

What type of expenses are generally not included in relocation assistance?

1. Temporary housing costs

2. Transportation to the new location

3. Personal expenses such as meals and entertainment

4. Legal fees associated with property sale

The correct answer is: Personal expenses such as meals and entertainment

The type of expenses that are generally not included in relocation assistance is personal expenses such as meals and entertainment. Relocation assistance typically covers necessary costs directly associated with the move, such as temporary housing, transportation to the new location, and sometimes even legal fees related to property transactions. However, personal expenses, which are considered discretionary or non-essential, do not fall under typical relocation benefits. Meals and entertainment are day-to-day living expenses that the relocating individual would incur regardless of their move and are not relevant to the costs associated with the relocation process itself. This distinction helps companies manage relocation budgets effectively by focusing on the immediate and necessary costs involved in transitioning to a new location.