meliorator
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...report my assets? I contribute the max to a 403(b) each year. After that contribution, my AGI is less than $50,000. I am worried that if the FAO sees the 403(b) contributions, they may add that to my income raising my earnings above $50K. In addition, I have some interest income from savings. The FAO will see that on my income tax return and may ask where the interest is coming from; can the FAO do that if I meet the Simplified Needs Test? I think I may need the help of a consultant who has extensive experience with financial aid applications that are attempting to meet the Simplified Needs Test. I would like this expert to help me fill out my IRS 1040A; how do I go about finding a qualified expert?