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LendKey Student Loan Refinance Review

By partnering with smaller banks and local credit unions, LendKey creates an easier approval process and offers lower interest rates.

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The Co-Signer Release Myth Exposed by Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Lenders love to advertise co-signer release programs. CFPB research shows getting approved for a release is really difficult. However, their are ways around this issue.

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How do I file a complaint about my student loan company?

Complaints with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau are taken very seriously by lenders. CFPB complaints help borrowers resolve their individual issues and shine a light on shady lender practices, which can lead to government lawsuits against lenders.

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An email you need to send to your student loan lender ASAP

A helpful report from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau identified a major risk for student loans with co-signers. Fortunately, the CFPB also had a strategy for fixing the problem.

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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