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Student loan expert Michael Lux is a licensed attorney and the founder of The Student Loan Sherpa. He has helped borrowers navigate life with student debt since 2013. Insight from Michael has been featured in US News & World Report, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and numerous other online and print publications. Michael is available for strategy sessions and to respond to press inquiries.
switching federal student loan servicers

Guide to Switching Federal Student Loan Servicers

Switching federal student loan servicers is not easy, but if you are desperate enough, there are a few ways to get it done.

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Celebrating Student Loan Victories

Rewarding yourself for student loan success may seem silly, but it can help you eliminate debt in a very real way.

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The Sherpa Plan for Easing into Aggressive Repayment

Learn how paying a few extra bucks each month towards your student loan can pay it off in about half the time. It isn’t a trick – it’s math.

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Should we force colleges to co-sign student loans?

Forcing colleges to co-sign student loans would force them to help students find jobs and improve repayment rates, but what are the risks?

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How the Government Benefits from Loan Servicing Incompetence

Headaches dealing with federal student loan servicers are more than just an inconvenience; these mistakes cost borrowers money.

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Lower Interest Rates Won’t Help Many Federal Borrowers

Reducing interest rates on federal loans has been a popular topic of discussion, but it may not help that many borrowers.

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College Ave Student Loan Refinancing Review

College Ave is a middle-of-the-road student loan refinancing company. It may be a good option for some, but it comes with red flags. 3/5 Stars.

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Advanced Income Based Repayment (IBR) Strategy

PAYE and REPAYE are better options for many borrowers, but there are times when IBR offers the lowest monthly payment and the fastest path to debt freedom.

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Parents should use caution before borrowing a parent plus loan for their children

The Pros and Cons of Parent PLUS Loans

Parent PLUS loans work differently than all of the federal loans. Families should understand all of the pros and cons before signing up.

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    • Old Income-Based Repayment (IBR) Calculator
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  • RepaymentPLANS & FORGIVENESS
    • Lower Payments
    • Student Loan Forgiveness
    • Cosigner Issues
    • Repayment Plans
    • Loan Servicers
    • Consolidation
    • Debt Elimination
    • Parent PLUS Loans
  • RefinanceRATES, TIPS & REVIEWS
    • Refinance Reviews
    • Best Interest Rates
    • Lender Comparisons
    • Refinance Strategy
  • Life with LoansMARRIAGE, TAXES & MORE
    • Retirement
    • Home Ownership
    • Marriage
    • Taxes
    • Scam Alerts
  • PlanningSTUDENTS & PARENTS
    • Paying for School
    • Student Loan Reviews
    • Income Share Agreements
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