Michael P. Lux, Esq., Author at The Student Loan Sherpa

The Complete Guide to Federal Direct Student Loan Consolidation

Federal direct consolidation is an essential move for some student loan borrowers and a huge mistake for others.

Early SAVE forgiveness sounds simple, but there are complications for borrowers with larger balances, FFEL Loans and Parent PLUS Loans.

Tax season presents several opportunities for borrowers to lower student loan payments and move closer to loan forgiveness.

A small change to the IDR payment options has created an opportunity for borrowers to get student loan interest relief.

8.8 million federal borrowers haven’t paid their October bill, and affordable payments may not be the biggest issue.

In a few weeks, a little known deadline will pass and many borrowers will miss out on a great opportunity for quicker student loan forgiveness.

$borrowers wrestle with increasing student loan interest rates$

Oustside of a couple exceptions, most borrowers will want to steer clear of student loan refinancing while interest rates are high.

The newly announced SAVE plan will eliminate or change most of the income-driven repayment plans currently available.

Federal student loan perks provide borrowers with valuable protections during retirement.