what can be considered a special circumstance affecting your financial status?
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Technically, if you are appealing your eligibility for *institutional* money (as opposed to Federal, state, or private aid), the criteria (and, therefore, the exceptions to that criteria) would be set by the school.  So anything *could* be considered a special circumstance.\n\nAs far as Federal Student Aid and the FAFSA form, your school has to be a little more careful.  The following are some examples of good (and bad) grounds for an appeal:\n\nLoss of Income:\nThis is the #1 special circumstance, I'd say.  If someone in your family has lost their job or taken on a lower-paying job, let your financial aid office know.  In many cases, a job loss will occur mid-year so it will not be reflected accurately on the student or parent's tax return.  Your school's Financial Office has the power to adjust your income figures to reflect the new, lower income.\n\nAdditional Expenses: \nMany schools will be willing to take certain expenses into consideration IF those expenses were necessary uses of your discretionary income.  A good example of this would be necessary out-of-pocked medical costs (i.e. the part of your medical costs not covered by your health insurance -- copayments, for example). "Credit card debt" is usually not a good special circumstance because it is too general (and often includes "unnecessary" expenses).  "Credit card FEES" are definitely NOT something that your financial aid office can take into consideration (see page AVG-100 of the Federal Student Aid Handbook section linked below).  In general, things like kitchen renovations, and new cars are not appropriate special circumstances.  (Obvious exceptions to these would be in cases where the applicant's primary home was damaged in a flood or fire.)  Keep in mind that basic cost of living expenses have already been taken into consideration in the FAFSA's EFC calculation, so a special circumstance should not include things like utilities, phone bills, etc.\n\nDependency Issues:\nIf you are considered "dependent" on the FAFSA but are able to prove that you have been entirely self-supporting for a year or two, you can submit evidence of your independence, including proof that you pay all of your own bills, rent, and utilities; are not claimed on anyone's tax return; and receive no in-kind support from anyone.  This documentation could enable your Financial Aid Office to classify you as "independent" for FSA purposes which would then allow you to leave your parents' income/asset info when you file the FAFSA (which usually increases your eligibilty for aid).\n\nThat said, if you feel that a circumstance is exceptional, write it down.  The worst that can happen is that your Aid office will say "no."
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yes, you will likely qualify for a higher limit. Mine is similar and I reject more offers than I accept.  One of my finance professors used to categorize people with FICO of 720 and above as those who would skip eating before making a late payment.  He also used to give advice to young female students regarding who to date based on credit scores.  He was funny and the advice seemed pretty valid in my experience.
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- Having a job with high income\n- Having close family that are staying behind(i.e. spouse, dependent children) who are employed/go to school in the home country \n\nEven the first one might not be sufficient if you don't have the second or own any property.
1160431
You would have to be putting some of your own money into it and have  a good loan to value.  They will also want to be on title  should things go bad.
716370
all pre-nups are different.  it depends on the conditions set by the couple
411350
That's not very unusual. \n\nYou could say they want money for a down payment on a house, or to pay for the honeymoon. Tie the money to a specific purpose, and it won't seem so harsh.
270737
Collateral, a wealthy co-signer, or a sufficiently large income that the payments for the loan look insignificant on your credit history.
31697
Depends on lots of things.  Pre=nups, etc.  Do you have an attorney?  If not, you'll need one eventually.
138310
It seems you are looking for financial assistance (not assistant!).
1183746
Make sure there is alot of money in it for you in the pre-nup
170727
You are allowed to buy property.  There is no requirement to show your status for any purchase.  Financing the purchase would be more challenging since you would not be able to prove your income.
103087
sounds like something can drive your finances to higher level..... it's like a medium to get you to somewhere.... real estate can be a financial driver when you can receive rents.  that is a form of residual income.
64248
Based on the information you've provided it's unclear.  It depends whether the money you've received from you family is income.
760804
Are you single or married?  \n\nTruth is always a defense.  Since the status is a question of fact, if someone has 'lied' about the status does provide some liability, particularly if there is a financial penalty involved.  Example would be if someone changed your tax withholding from single to married without your permission.\n\nBut for benefits and insurance purposes, no, you cannot sue.
9904
when you can get lower payments
163908
However much it takes you to live within your means...if you're waiting to have enough money to have kids...you could be waiting a long time.  No matter what you plan for some unexpected money always seems to come out that pocket.
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I think your asking how can you have paid out more than your share of taxes.  If so then it means that either your employer has put you in the wrong tax bracket or your being taxed at a higher rate than what you should be for your income.  There is nothing wrong with doing this as you will get the difference back, just a question of money now or money later.