All Repayment Plans Eligible for PSLF, Plus Tips and Strategy
Between temporary programs and alternative calculations, it isn’t easy to identify all of the repayment plans eligible for PSLF.
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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.
7 Reasons IDR Payment Calculations Are Unfair
Income-driven repayment is supposed to keep monthly payments affordable for all borrowers, but IDR plans help some borrowers more than others.
IBR and PAYE Strategy in Community Property States
Monthly payment calculations on income-driven repayment plans get especially complicated for borrowers living in community property states.
Should I Pay Extra on My Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) Plan?
Paying extra on IDR plans like IBR, PAYE and REPAYE is a risky choice for many student loan borrowers, especially those chasing student loan forgiveness.
Federal Student Loan Repayment Plan Options and Strategy
There are many different federal repayment plans and each option comes with unique advantages and disadvantages.
4 Ways to Save for Retirement AND Eliminate Student Loan Debt
Some advanced student loan repayment strategies allow borrowers to eliminate student debt and contribute to retirement accounts like a 401(k) or IRA.
IBR and PAYE Calculations for Independent Contractors and 1099 Workers
If you are a 1099 worker or run a business, IDR calculations might seem complicated or potentially unfair, but there are ways to work the numbers in your favor.
Old IBR vs. IBR for New Borrowers: Comparing Income-Based Repayment Plans
IBR and IBR for New Borrowers sound similar, but the two plans have different monthly payments and different rules for student loan forgiveness.