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Should You Feel Guilty About Getting Student Loan Forgiveness?

Not everyone benefits from student loan forgiveness, and some borrowers are dealing with some guilt about their student loan relief.

Biden Gets a Failing Grade on Student Loan Relief Extension

Two weeks before the scheduled repayment restart and Biden still has not announced what is next for student loan borrowers.

The Risks and Dangers of a Small Student Loan

A small student loan might seem harmless, but there are risks that every borrower should understand and avoid where possible.

Let’s Ban Colleges From Withholding Transcripts Over Late Fees and Bills

If borrowers can’t afford payments on student loans issued by their college, many schools withhold the students’ transcripts making it harder to get a job.

7 Reasons IDR Payment Calculations Are Unfair

Income-driven repayment is supposed to keep monthly payments affordable for all borrowers, but IDR plans help some borrowers more than others.

Student Loan Forgiveness is Probably Happening: What to do Right Now

Now is the time to tweak your federal loans to make sure you maximize any upcoming student loan forgiveness.

How to Fix Federal Student Loan Servicing

Federal student loan servicing has been a disaster for borrowers and taxpayers. It doesn’t have to be.

Another Victim of the Student Loan Crisis: Scared Students

Has the student loan crisis gotten so bad that we are scaring students away from higher education?

The Federal Government Should Make 0% Student Loan Interest Rates Permanent

Charging 0% interest on student loans isn’t a handout to borrowers. It is a brilliant investment by the government.

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    • Parent PLUS Loans
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