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Top FAFSA & CSS Profile Mistakes to Avoid: Financial Aid Pitfalls That Cost Families Thousands

from Ol' College Try · host Matt and Peg's College Planning Podcast

Don’t let costly FAFSA and CSS Profile errors hurt your financial aid eligibility. In this episode of College, the Podcast, Matt Carpenter and Peg Keough share the biggest mistakes families make on financial aid applications—from skipping the forms entirely to misreporting retirement accounts, home equity, or 529 plans. Learn why deadlines matter, how to avoid common pitfalls, and insider strategies that can save you thousands on college costs.🎧 Subscribe and share with families navigating college planning!Connect with Us! Website: ⁠⁠https://collegeaidpro.com/⁠⁠Create a FREE MyCAP Account: ⁠⁠https://mycap.collegeaidpro.com/⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/collegeaidpro/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/capcollegepod/⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/college-aid-pro/ ⁠⁠Email: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠

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