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Latest Posts in Student Loan Forgiveness

Student loan forgiveness can be life-changing—if you play your cards right. This section covers the latest forgiveness programs, PSLF tips, legal updates, and how to avoid scams or costly mistakes.

Biden’s Plan to Get Around the Supreme Court and Forgive Student Loan Debt

The latest plan from the Biden adminstration to forgive student loans might be on the most solid legal footing.

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side hustle and extra income changes pslf puzzle

How a Side-Hustle or Second Job Impacts Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

For most borrowers, earning some extra cash on the side won’t get in the way of public service student loan forgiveness.

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Partial Loan Forgiveness Could be the Next Big Student Loan Policy Change

Relief could be coming for borrowers facing out of control student loan balances.

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borrowers speeds up student loan forgiveness on a rocket

Accelerated Forgiveness: Making Extra Payments for Quicker Forgiveness

Options to speed up student loan forgiveness by paying extra are limited.

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borrowers decide between SAVE and PAYE repayment plans

Lower Payments on SAVE vs Faster Forgiveness on PAYE or IBR

For graduate borrowers, SAVE isn’t always the best student loan repayment plan. Some people might be better off with quicker forgiveness on PAYE or IBR.

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SAVE borrower and REPAYE borrower turn gear to change IDR repayment plans

Switching to SAVE or REPAYE and Restarting Forgiveness Progress

Many borrowers worry that changing income-driven repayment plans will result in starting from scratch on the path to student loan forgiveness.

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taking a close look at new lawsuits impact on student loan borrowers

Lawsuit Filed to End SAVE Repayment Plan/One-Time IDR Account Adjustment

A new lawsuit has student loan borrowers nervous. Should there be concern over the future of SAVE and the one-time IDR account adjustment?

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Some borrowers may need to chart a new path for student loan repayment

Important Student Loan Rule Changes to Understand

Sticking to old assumuptions and strategies could mean that borrowers miss out on new opportunities to save money on federal student debt.

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student loan borrower looks at tax rules for IDR forgiveness plans like SAVE

The 2026 Student Loan Tax Bomb: How to Prepare for IDR Forgiveness (2026–2030 and Beyond)

Borrowers with 20–25 year IDR forgiveness timelines could face the 2026 student loan tax bomb. Learn how to plan ahead, estimate potential tax bills, and protect your finances with smart savings and professional guidance.

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  • 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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