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FAFSA Tax Field Guide

Do you miss the old Tax Transcript Decoder?

You’re going to love this!

Iron Bridge Resources is pleased to announce our new partnership with Cheryl Hunt, creator and long-term producer of the beloved Tax Transcript Decoder, to create a worthy successor to that important resource!

Iron Bridge Resources’ FAFSA Tax Field Guide provides financial aid administrators with information about each FAFSA data element, including:

  • A pictorial guide to where to find each element on a tax return and tax return transcript
  • How each tax element impacts a student’s eligibility for financial aid
  • Answers to the most commonly-asked questions our Director of Training Robert Weinerman receives through his email help desk

As part of our ongoing mission to support the higher education community, we are making this exciting resource available to you FREE of charge.

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About Cheryl Hunt

Cheryl dedicated more than 30 years to the field of financial aid. She created and authored the original Tax Transcript Decoder – a resource cherished by financial aid administrators across the country. First introduced for the 2012-13 academic year, the Decoder remained in use through 2023-24 and became an indispensable tool for the profession.

Known for her expertise and approachable teaching style, Cheryl was a much-sought-after speaker and trainer in the field until her retirement. Now, she has come out of retirement to share her knowledge and insight once again in this document.

A lifetime member of CASFAA, the California Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators, Cheryl’s lasting contributions continue to shape and strengthen the profession.

About Iron Bridge Resources

Iron Bridge Resources is a full-service higher education consulting firm offering a comprehensive suite of products designed to support colleges. Founded in 2013, we’ve helped hundreds of schools and professional associations nationwide with interim staffing, tax training, enrollment/retention services, and other business support.

Interim Staffing Solutions
With 100+ consultants on staff, we provide quick placement of vetted industry professionals for financial aid, student accounts, and registrar functions:

  • Cost effective. No long-term commitment.
  • Support open positions during a talent search
  • Provide staff leadership, day-to-day operational support, or extra hands during peak periods

Tax Training for Financial Aid
Robert Weinerman’s popular training program teaches financial aid administrators what they need to know about the U.S. Tax Code and how it impacts the administration of federal student aid.

Enrollment & Retention Services
Our Enrollment Management Diagnostic Service delivers fast, high-impact insights, uncovering key opportunities for immediate action.

For More Information about the FAFSA Tax Field Guide, Please Contact:

Robert Weinerman

Director of Training
Email Robert
617-733-0027