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Student Loan Forgiveness

Help! I’m on the Wrong Repayment Plan for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If your repayment plan isn’t eligible for PSLF, Temporary Expanded Public Service Loan Forgiveness may help.

How Often Should I Certify My Public Service Employment?

The minimum requirement and the best practice for how often you should submit your PSLF forms are very different.

Are FFEL Loans Federal or Private? Can FFELP Loans Get Forgiveness?

FFEL Loans are federal loans from private lenders. This debt can become eligible for student loan forgiveness and income-driven repayment.

Starting the Clock on PSLF for Current Students and Recent Grads

Students and recent grads can get an early start on the PSLF loan forgiveness clock by carefully navigating grace periods and deferments.

Student Loan Forgiveness for Government Contractors

PSLF is a challenge for government contractors, but there are other student loan forgiveness options beyond Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

What is the “Catch” with Student Loan Forgiveness?

There is more than one catch to student loan forgiveness. By learning the hidden problems with programs like PSLF, borrowers can avoid issues.

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Is It Possible to Earn Too Much To Qualify for PSLF?

A big raise could mean losing eligibility for the Income-Based Repayment plan. However, it is still possible to qualify for PSLF.

The Three Things Preventing Student Loan Forgiveness for All

Student loan forgiveness for all is getting serious discussion, but significant obstacles remain.

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Biden Changes His Mind on Student Loan Forgiveness

The President’s request for a memo on cancellation is a big deal. It signals a major position change on student loan forgiveness for Biden.

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