Why the SAVE Lawsuit Could Drag on for Years and Reach the Supreme Court
A trip to the Supreme Court could mean that the SAVE litigation lasts for several years before getting resolved.
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Extra Payments During SAVE Litigation Forbearance Are a Mistake
Extra payments during the SAVE forbearance don’t count toward forgiveness and could ultimately be a costly mistake for borrowers.
The Future of PAYE, IBR, REPAYE, and ICR: Navigating Uncertainty and Understanding Your Options
Ongoing legal challenges and SAVE regulations are complicating the future of IDR plans, leaving borrowers uncertain about the best way to manage their student loans.
Can I pay more than the minimum on my IBR, PAYE or SAVE payment plan?
In some cases it is smart to make extra student loan payments. Other times, paying more than the minimum is a waste of money.
SAVE Calculator: Estimate Payments on Biden’s New IDR Plan
The new SAVE plan will offer the lowest monthly payment for the vast majority of borrowers.
Biden Administration Extends Student Loan Consolidation Deadline
The terms of the one-time account adjustment deadline are a bit complicated, but consolidation right now is a big opportunity for many federal student loan borrowers.
SAVE vs PAYE and IBR: Payment Caps, Partial Financial Hardships and More
For high-earners, monthly payments on SAVE might eventually grow larger than PAYE and IBR. Does this make SAVE a risk?
Early Forgiveness Under SAVE: Understanding Loan Size Limits and Other Fine Print
Early SAVE forgiveness sounds simple, but there are complications for borrowers with larger balances, FFEL Loans and Parent PLUS Loans.
The Department of Education Needs to Extend the One-Time Payment Count Adjustment Deadline
In a few weeks, a little known deadline will pass and many borrowers will miss out on a great opportunity for quicker student loan forgiveness.