Variable costing uses fixed overhead as a lump sum, rather than a per-unit, expense. Under this method, you include all your variable costs such as supplies, raw materials and shipping. You add the full cost of fixed overhead for the period. You do not figure these expenses on a per-unit basis.
Change #1: You'll be able to submit your FAFSA earlier than in the past. 1  You can file your 2017â18 FAFSA as early as Oct. 1, 2016, rather than beginning on Jan. 1, 2017. 2  The earlier submission date will be a permanent change, enabling you to complete and submit a FAFSA as early as October 1 every year.
You actually have 18 months to submit the FAFSA. It is best to submit the FAFSA as early as possible after January 1 for the academic year in which you need aid. The earlier you submit the FAFSA, the more types of aid you may be eligible to receive. However, you have until June 30 of the following year to submit a FAFSA and receive aid.