i have a big problem

annacanna

i will be applying for a grant in june for 2012/2013 as an independant mature student but i recieved a gift of a house worth 45,000 euro in may2011 which will be taken into account according to the old grant system. since this house is my primary residence (not rented out, no income from it) does anyone know how it will be assesed? im on social welfare so getting the grant is very important

(6) If any of the persons whose income is under consideration received gifts
or inheritances in the reference period, these are included in reckonable
income, unless—
(a) in the case of an independent student, the gifts or inheritances were
between the applicant and his or her spouse, civil partner or cohabitant;
or
(b) in the case of a dependent student, the gifts or inheritances were

between parents or to the applicant from his or her parent(s).

Annasopra

Have you contacted susi support?

annacanna

no, do they deal with questions? ive never heard of them

im confused because the forms were signed in 2010 but the deeds didnt come through till 2011 so im assuming they will assess the house as a gift

Annasopra

http://www.studentfinance.ie/mp9540/new-grant-applications-for-2012-13/index.html

Where can I contact SUSI?

As part of SUSI’s support to students, there is a SUSI Support desk available in the lead up to and following the launch of the online application system for both email and telephone queries. You can email the SUSI Support Desk at support@susi.cdvec.ie

Or telephone us at 0761 08 7874

The Support Desk is available Office Hours Monday-Friday until the Launch of the Online Application System in May. From the launch date, the SUSI Support Desk will be available from 9.00am-10.00pm (Monday-Friday) and 9.00am-6.00pm (Saturdays)

annacanna

thanks