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Yes, child support counts as income for the purposes of filing your FAFSA and applying for financial aid.

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How do you stop your father from paying child support to your mother for you who is 20 and your brother who just turned 18 when you both don't live with her or reciece financial aid from her?

Call your local Child Support Enforcment Office and report her. In most states it is illegal to receive child support for children whom do not live with you.


Does a default in child support affect a student from getting financial aid?

Yes it does affect the child from getting financial aid.Mainly because you are a defaulter.


Do you have to add child support as a form of income on your fasfa?

Yes, child support counts as income for the purposes of filing your FAFSA or applying for financial aid.


A legal aid attorney for child support hearing?

A legal aid attorney for a child support hearing can provide guidance and representation to ensure that the best interests of the child are represented. They will assist in navigating the legal process, gathering necessary documents, and advocating for fair and reasonable child support arrangements based on the parent's financial situation. The attorney aims to ensure that the child receives the financial support they require.


What kind of financial aid is available for single mothers with no child support?

You can get 1,000 stimulus payment.


Who do you report financial aid fraud to?

the people in charge


How does a child affect your financial aid?

In a positive way.


Can child support affect Fafsa?

Yes, child support can affect FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) calculations. If a student receives child support, it is considered income for the custodial parent when filling out the FAFSA. This additional income can impact the Expected Family Contribution (EFC), potentially reducing the amount of financial aid the student is eligible to receive. However, the specific impact will depend on the overall financial situation of the family.


What can you do about your parents taking your financial aid money?

If they took it to pay for your college courses, that is acceptable use. But if they took the money for their own use, you can report it to the college financial aid office, to the police, and to the financial aid government office.


Can a child in Florida graduate early?

In theory, they can. It is feasible to get financial aid if the child goes to a Florida school. However, if they want to go out of state, there is little to no financial aid available to them.


What if child has a child and receives federal aid and child support?

If a custodial parent receives child support for the benefit of a minor child, and that minor child has a child themselves, they can receive child support for their child, however, as far as federal aid, they are required to disclose the child support the custodial parent receives for their benefit as income.


What affect might it have if you cancel child support and you are receiving benefits?

If the custodial parent is on any public assistance he or she must attempt to collect financial support from the non custodial parent or they will be disqualified for public aid.