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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.

Student Loan Forgiveness for Private Loans

Federal student loan forgiveness gets all the attention, but there are a few options for private student loan forgiveness.

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Help! I’m on the Wrong Repayment Plan for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If your repayment plan isn’t eligible for PSLF, Temporary Expanded Public Service Loan Forgiveness may help.

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How Often Should I Certify My Public Service Employment?

The minimum requirement and the best practice for how often you should submit your PSLF forms are very different.

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Are FFEL Loans Federal or Private? Can FFELP Loans Get Forgiveness?

FFEL Loans are federal loans from private lenders. This debt can become eligible for student loan forgiveness and income-driven repayment.

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Starting the Clock on PSLF for Current Students and Recent Grads

Students and recent grads can get an early start on the PSLF loan forgiveness clock by carefully navigating grace periods and deferments.

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Student Loan Forgiveness for Government Contractors

PSLF is a challenge for government contractors, but there are other student loan forgiveness options beyond Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

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What is the “Catch” with Student Loan Forgiveness?

There is more than one catch to student loan forgiveness. By learning the hidden problems with programs like PSLF, borrowers can avoid issues.

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is too much income a problem

Is It Possible to Earn Too Much To Qualify for PSLF?

A big raise could mean losing eligibility for the Income-Based Repayment plan. However, it is still possible to qualify for PSLF.

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The Three Things Preventing Student Loan Forgiveness for All

Student loan forgiveness for all is getting serious discussion, but significant obstacles remain.

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    • Old Income-Based Repayment (IBR) Calculator
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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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