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Covid-19 Relief: Refunds on Federal Student Loan Payments

Borrowers can now get refunds for federal student loan payments made during the Covid-19 pandemic. All borrowers should ask for a refund.

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Why Did My Monthly IDR Payment Go Up?

Changes in monthly IDR bills are common. Several different possibilities could explain the increase.

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Why Most* Borrowers Should Repay Private Student Loans First

*There are a few cases where knocking out federal student loans first makes sense. However, the majority of borrowers will benefit from prioritizing eliminating private loans.

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What’s Next for Student Loan Borrowers if the Supreme Court Cancels Forgiveness?

Losing in the Supreme Court would be a huge blow to student loan borrowers, but it wouldn’t mean the end of loan forgiveness.

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Five Dangerous Student Loan Myths to Unlearn

Many borrowers cling to common misconceptions about student loans. Not having the facts right isn’t a mere inconvenience — its potentially very expensive.

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Important Deadlines for Temporary Federal Student Loan Programs

Several temporary programs are ending in the coming months. Most of these deadlines are unlikely to get extended.

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Tips for Borrowers While Biden Forgiveness is in Legal Limbo

Once again, federal student loan borrowers face an uncertain future. President Biden’s recently announced forgiveness program may not happen.

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Extra Payments to Quickly Eliminate Student Loan Debt Could be a Mistake

Many borrowers prioritize paying off their student loan balances. This strategy isn’t the worst idea, but better options are often available.

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Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Faces Serious Legal Issues in Texas

A Texas Judge has ruled the one-time student loan forgiveness program as unlawful. The decision seems shaky and is destined for an appeal.

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  • Tools
    • Old Income-Based Repayment (IBR) Calculator
    • New Income-Based Repayment (IBR) Calculator
    • Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) Calculator
  • 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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