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Latest Posts in Repayment Plans

Student loan repayment plans are in flux. With GOP reform proposals, SAVE plan lawsuits, and shifting IDR options, borrowers must adapt quickly. This section breaks down the latest changes and how to choose the right plan in 2025.

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How to Sign Up for SAVE: Mistakes to Avoid When Switching Repayment Plans

The new SAVE plan offers considerable savings for IBR, PAYE, and REPAYE borrowers, but care is necessary when enrolling.

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Paying $0 Per Month On Your Federal Student Loans with IDR Plans Like SAVE

A zero-dollar monthly payment may seem like a scam, but it is a legitimate option for some federal student loan borrowers.

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Selecting Your First Student Loan Repayment Plan: Tips and Strategy

Choosing the right federal repayment plan might seem overwhelming, but finding the best option usually isn’t very difficult.

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Student Loan Tips for October 2025: 5 Smart Moves to Make This Month

Forgiveness is restarting, interest is back, and new repayment plans are taking shape for 2026. Here are five timely tips to keep your student loans under control this October.

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Student Loan Payment Allocation Guide

All student loan payments are not created equal. If you make an extra payment toward your debt, make sure it goes as far as possible.

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Should I Wait for Biden’s New 5% IDR Plan?

In most cases, waiting for the newest IDR repayment plan to be available is a mistake. Delays offer few advantages and come with significant disadvantages.

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Biden’s New IDR Plan Hurts Teachers, Social Workers

There is a lot to like about the proposed new IDR plan, but a closer inspection shows some room for improvement.

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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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The Downside to Income-Driven Repayment Plans Like IBR, PAYE and REPAYE

IDR plans have a ton of borrower-friendly features, including student loan forgiveness. However, they have some flaws that all borrowers should understand.

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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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