<p>I agree with blue, that 2 the equity from 2 of your homes (and maybe even the equity from your primary residence) will be considered as cash. In addition, any rents collected from those homes will be considered income. So if you are “house rich” especially in the other 2 homes, it could greatly affect you getting need based aid. </p>
<p>Definitely run your numbers through a financial aid calculator.</p>