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Pedro Gomez is the new Student Loan Sherpa and a Certified Financial Planner™ with over a decade of experience helping clients navigate complex financial decisions. He is the founder of Global Financial Plan, where he writes about international living, geoarbitrage, and strategies for retiring young, and also leads Brickell Financial Group, a registered investment advisory firm focused on accelerating financial freedom. Pedro is the architect behind the “12 Levels of Financial Freedom” framework and blends student loan strategy with long-term planning, tax efficiency, and investing. His work is especially geared toward upwardly mobile professionals, entrepreneurs, and those looking to design a life beyond the default path. Pedro is available for strategy sessions and press inquiries.

Senate GOP’s Student Loan Overhaul: What Borrowers Need to Know

Senate Republicans have introduced a major student loan reform bill that could end current IDR plans, cap borrowing, and reshape repayment options. Here’s what borrowers need to know and how to prepare.

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Federal Student Loan Interest Rates 2025-2026

Federal Student Loan Interest Rates 2025-2026 | Key Rates & Info

Federal student loan interest rates for the 2025-2026 academic year are now official, and if you’re planning to borrow this year, these are the numbers that will shape your payments for years to come.

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Learn how all federal borrowers can benefit from the SAVE lawsuit

SAVE Plan Litigation: What Higher-Income Borrowers Need to Know Right Now

SAVE plan litigation threatens key benefits. Learn what’s at stake and how borrowers can make the most of it.

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Borrowers struggle to navigate IDR repayment due to lawsuits and uncertain regulations

The Future of IDR Plans: What’s Happening to SAVE, PAYE, IBR, and ICR in 2025

Ongoing legal challenges and regulatory changes have significantly impacted Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) plans, leaving borrowers uncertain about the best strategies for managing their student loans. This article provides the most current information to help borrowers navigate these complexities.

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What the GOP's Student Loan Bill Could Mean For You

What the GOP’s Student Loan Bill Could Mean for You

The GOP just unveiled a student loan plan that could end forgiveness and reshape repayment. Here’s what it means—and what to do next.

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    • Debt Elimination
    • Parent PLUS Loans
  • RefinanceRATES, TIPS & REVIEWS
    • Refinance Reviews
    • Best Interest Rates
    • Lender Comparisons
    • Refinance Strategy
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    • Home Ownership
    • Marriage
    • Taxes
    • Scam Alerts
  • PlanningSTUDENTS & PARENTS
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    • Student Loan Reviews
    • Income Share Agreements