Feeling guilty....should I feel this way? HELP

somemom
Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:28:55 +0000

[IFAP - Information for Financial Aid Professionals](http://www.ifap.ed.gov/IFAPWebApp/currentEFCInformationYearPag.jsp?p1=2008-2009&p2=c)

Run your numbers through the formula. A small business can have large shifts in the AGI due to all sorts of factors. Make sure you plan to maximize the things that are beneficial, just like doing a tax return where you take every legal deduction, for FAFSA make smart planning choices.

If your AGI is below $40k you may get good aid, Pell, ACG/SMART, state grants, etc.

Pay attention to your family asset protection, are you within that?

Just look at the formula and make sure you do not just miss a qualifying number by a few dollars