I am engaged to be married to a young lady who has a daughter about to enter college. I took her daughter to her college of choice for her financial aid review. I was informed that when I marry her mother, my income will be used to recalculate her financial need. At this time, she will not qualify for any assistance. Instead, I am suppose to pick up the tab. The principle of this matter sickens me! For 8 years I have paid 100% of her way along with a brand new vehicle. Her father has not done a thing for her in 18 years. Now, Uncle Sam is making it unbearable! If I marry her mother, even though her daughter did not want me to adopt her, it will cost me 150K in college tuition. This is absurd! Instead of calculating her need-based award on her mother and fathers income, it is forced on me. Her mother and I want to create a loving atmosphere by getting married. We postponed our marriage last night to reconsider our options. What do others think about this situation?
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