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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.

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Three Numbers Explain Why We Have a Student Loan Crisis and How to Fix It

Tuition and housing keep climbing but wages haven’t kept pace. It’s far more difficult to pay for college in 2022 compared to 1972 or even 1992.

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Biden’s Options Cancel Private Student Loans

If Joe Biden wants to forgive private student loans, an executive order won’t be enough. However, there are several strategies that could work.

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Rubio’s LOAN Act Promises 0% Interest, but it Doesn’t Deliver

Marco Rubio is proposing major changes to federal student loans, but the potential benefits seem limited.

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How Inflation, Rising Interest Rates Make it Harder for Student Loan Borrowers to Buy a House

Student loans have always been a hurdle to buying a home. Inflation makes it even more difficult for borrowers to get a mortgage.

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What Every High School Student Should Know About Student Loans and College

There are many misconceptions about student loans and paying for school. A small misunderstanding could lead to a lifetime of regret.

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Help! My Federal Loan Servicer Won’t Do Its Job

Getting assistance from your federal student loan servicer isn’t always easy, but borrowers can force the issue in several different ways.

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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.

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Every* Student Loan Borrower Should Sign Up for Income-Driven Repayment

Income-Driven Repayment plans like IBR, PAYE and REPAYE are the best choice for just about every student loan borrower.

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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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