Student Debt
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The 2024-2025 FAFSA brings exciting updates, expanding eligibility for federal student aid and a more streamlined and user-friendly application process.
Navigating Student Loans
Federal student loan payments, which have been paused since March of 2020, resumed this month. Do you have a game plan for tackling your payments?
Student Loans: Key Dates and Changes to Know [October 2023]
Interest on federal student loans resumed earlier this month (Sept. 1, 2023), and the Education Department will begin collecting monthly payments from borrowers starting in October.
Biden is canceling up to $10K in student loans and all federal loans are paused until 12/31
President Biden announced that the Dept of Education will forgive up to $20,000 of federal student loan debt for Pell Grant recipients, and up to $10,000 for other qualifying borrowers.
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Biden Extending the Pause on Student Loan Repayment an Additional 90 Days
Biden Extending the Pause on Student Loan Repayment an Additional 90 Days
Refinancing My Student Loans With a Co-Signer
Getting a cosigner is a big decision, so it’s important to carefully consider the pros and cons of a cosigner before asking someone to cosign a student loan refinancing with you.
When NOT to Refinance Your Student Loans
Whether or not you should refinance your student loans depends entirely on your financial situation and on the type of loans you have — there are both pros and cons to refinancing.
What is Federal Student Loan Consolidation?
If you find yourself with multiple federal student loans. You have an opportunity to consolidate (combine) them into one one loan with a fixed interest rate.
How Do I Refinance Parent Plus Loans Into My Name?
If you have a Parent PLUS loan and are considering changing the loan to your name, this is what you need to know.
Latina Equal Pay Day 2021 and How Latinas Can Prepare Financially
Today is Latina Equal Pay Day. Here is an overview of what it is and tips for Latinas to prepare financially.
Navient Ends Contract to Service Federal Student Loans
Navient, the student loan servicer responsible for managing approximately $237 billion of private and federal student loans, announced this week that it will end it’s contract to service federal student loans.
How To Budget A Vacation While Having Student Debt
Further, if you have student debt, that shouldn’t prevent you from going on vacation! It is important to budget accordingly though so that you don’t overspend.
Biden Extending the Pause on Student Loan Repayment Until August 31
The Biden administration has extended the pause on federal student loan payments until August 31.
Student Loan Pause Extended to January 31, 2022
The Biden administration has extended the pause on federal student loan payments until January 31. The 0% interest and $0 payment relief was set to expire September 30 for an estimated 42 million Americans with federal loans.
15 Employers That Offer Student Loan Benefits
Even though the amount of student debt is increasing yearly, only 8% of employers have incorporated student loan benefits into their compensation package.
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Personal finance doesn’t have to be confusing. For financial literacy month, we want to help you understand the fundamentals of finance so you can learn how to manage and grow your money.
How to Take Action on Student Loan Forgiveness
The student debt crisis is a consistent pain point for millions of Americans. With over 45 million Americans drowning in student loan debt and the recent COVID pandemic that led to the highest job loss since the Great Depression, forgiveness would undoubtedly help millions of people.
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I started taking my finances seriously about two years ago when Snowball Wealth opened its beta program. Since then, I have paid off my credit card debt and am on my way towards building generational wealth.
Learn How This Millennial Went From Emotional Spender to Homeowner
I grew up with a single mother who was always in debt and worried about finances, so I didn’t know how to manage my money for a while. I’m still learning how to manage my money, but I am proud of the progress I’ve made so far.
How Do Income Driven Plans Work?
An IDR plan might be able to get you the lowest monthly payment on your student loans, so your payments can be affordable with your current income.
How Borrowers Can Qualify for Student Loan Forgiveness
Student loan forgiveness sounds like an unfeasible option, but some programs can help borrowers pay for all or some part of federal student loans.
How I Lost Money to Student Debt Scammers and the Red Flags to Look Out For
It was a mistake that cost me money, and I hope that by sharing my story, people will be cautious of student debt scammers.
$160K in MBA Debt and How I’m Managing It
I had to figure out the loan journey myself, and didn’t know anyone from a similar background to me who I could ask about how they financed their business school journey. So, I hope to help those on their debt-free journey.
Breaking News: COVID Relief Extended Until September 30, 2021
President Biden signed an executive action on Wednesday, requesting the Education Department to extend COVID relief for about 41 million federal student loan borrowers through September 30, 2021.
Student Loans: What is the difference between Deferment and Forbearance?
The biggest difference between them is that forbearance typically accrues interest and deferment typically does NOT accrue interest.
30+ Tuition-Free Colleges To Avoid Student Loans
The cost of attending university is increasing every year, and people are becoming more strategic about where they go.
Celebrities That Have Actually Paid Off People's Student Debt
Have you ever thought of tweeting a celebrity to pay your student loans? Well, it sounds pretty unbelievable, but it has happened!
Stimulus Bill Does *NOT* Include Payment Pause Extension for Student Loans
Congress approved a new stimulus bill. The bill now heads to the White House, where President Trump is expected to sign it into law. One thing that surprised us –– the stimulus bill won’t extend the payment pause and 0% interest for federal student loan borrowers.
Living with Family to Pay Debt, Save Money and Buy a Home - My Money Story
My biggest struggle right now is making sure I'm saving and learning about my own future retirement while working towards helping my parents become homeowners.
How can you prepare if COVID relief ends for student loans?
There is a lot of uncertainty regarding COVID relief –– will it be extended again? For how long? What should I do in the meantime? We’ve gathered some information to help you!
Snowball vs. Avalanche Methods in Paying off Debt
You can use a combination of the Snowball and Avalanche method. At the end of the day, paying off debt requires consistently contributing to decreasing that amount!
Going from Negative to Positive Net Worth - My Money Story
“We have our diploma, but we’re all going back to live in our childhood bedroom, unemployed, with no job prospects.” It was a daunting time for us college graduates then, much like it’s a daunting time for people looking for work today.
Breaking News: COVID relief extended until January 31, 2021
COVID relief for federal student loans has been extended until January 31, 2021. Here is everything you need to know.
How to Build Up Your Savings Even If You Have Debt
People tend to feel like they are stuck in a cycle where they barely make ends meet every month when their expenses exceed their income. It can be extremely discouraging when this happens, so I suggest looking at your income first.
Laurel Road Student Loan Review
Laurel Road refinances student loans specifically for medical and dental residents. The great part about Laurel Road is that you can refinance in all 50 states.
CommonBond Student Loan Review
CommonBond is an online lender that offers student loan refinancing and private student loans. Their long forbearance period is perfect for borrowers who need flexible repayment options. The best part is that they fund a child’s education for every loan you take out and have one of the most generous policies on stopping payments!
SoFi Student Loan Review
SoFi is a great option if you are looking to work with more modern customer service and want a strong career and network programs. It is ideal for the borrower with high income because they offer low rates.
Student Loans and the 2020 Election
The 2020 election is upon us, and even if you don't like talking politics, you should at least know what the candidates want to do about your student loans.
First Republic Student Loan Refinancing Review
First Republic offers a personal line of credit- similar to refinancing a student loan. First Republic has competitive rates for strong candidates and looks to form a long-term relationship.
Lendkey Student Loan Refinancing Review
LendKey does all the hard work of searching for the best lender so you won’t have to. They pair you up with different offers and all you have to do is choose which bank or credit union is the best option for you. LendKey is great for those who want to work with local institutions and have strong customer service.
Earnest Student Loan Refinancing Review
Earnest is an online lender that helps borrowers stand out by taking into account their earning potential and current financial accounts. Earnest is best for those who want more flexible and customizable terms and repayment options.
What does Trump's student loan order mean for my student loans?
Latest information on student loan order and how this affects your student loans
How to Retire Early Making Under 6 Figures (video)
This single mother started off with $20,000 and she is now an early-retired millionaire, hear how she did it.
My Money Story: How I’m Handling $100K in Student Loans
I took out a $20,000 loan my first year and by the time I graduated it was $40,000 since the interest was accruing while I was in school.
My Money Story: Paying off $200,000 in Student Loans in New York
Paying off debt is an accomplishment, not something to be ashamed about... It’s important to balance being frugal with rewarding yourself.
7 Celebrities who had Student Debt
Celebrities were stuck paying off student loans before they made it big
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