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The Best Student Loan Refinance Rates for July 2022

Student loan refinance rates remain near record lows, but how long can these rates last?

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How to Change a Variable-Rate Student Loan into a Fixed-Rate Loan

Locking in a fixed-rate student loan means no more interest rate increases or monthly payment changes.

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I’ve Paid More than I Originally Borrowed: Why Do I Still Have a Balance?

Lenders often charge borrowers far more than what they originally borrowed because of interest and fees, but sometimes extra costs are avoidable.

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Fighting Inflation: How to Stop Student Loan Interest Rate Increases

Inflation often means higher student loan payments for borrowers. However, interest rates increases are avoidable.

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Student Loan APRs vs. Interest Rates

The APR and Interest Rate for most student loans are usually identical. Federal student loans are one big exception.

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How to Prevent Student Loan Interest Rates from Increasing

Stopping your lender from raising rates is tricky, but there are a few ways to prevent your interest rates from going up.

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Student Loan Refinance Strategy as the Federal Interest Freeze Winds Down

Refinancing before the federal interest rate freeze ends is risky. However, it is possible to lock in a low interest rate without missing out on any possible extensions.

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The Federal Government Should Make 0% Student Loan Interest Rates Permanent

Charging 0% interest on student loans isn’t a handout to borrowers. It is a brilliant investment by the government.

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How the End of LIBOR Impacts Student Loans

The end of LIBOR means changes are coming for many student loan borrowers with variable-rate student loans.

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