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Editor’s Note: This article has been updated on March 14, 2020, to include information about President Trump’s plan to pause all interest on federal student loans. Coronavirus is, first and foremost, a major health and safety concern. On a daily basis, new cases of the life-threatening disease are reported in …
Though we are early in the Democratic primary process, at this point, Bernie Sanders the frontrunner to secure the Democratic nomination. For many student loan borrowers, this comes as an exciting development. Bernie Sanders has promised to eliminate all existing student loans — both federal and private. Sanders may have …
I’m not a fan of having cosigners on loans. It is a huge commitment for the cosigner, and if the borrower runs into trouble, it can destroy a close relationship. Lenders like to advertise cosigner release programs, but they have almost no incentive to grant a release, and securing the …
As we kick off a brand new decade, now is a great time to look into our crystal ball to see what the future holds. Making exact predictions about student loans is nearly impossible. There is no way to determine the precise changes that will be made or when they …
When evaluating college options, it is easy to get sticker shock. Tuition and housing can cost well over $50,000 per year at many schools. Some are closer to $100,000 per year by the time all the costs of attendance are included. Despite the scary numbers, it is a big mistake …
As we approach the holiday season, millions of Americans look forward to — or dread — family gatherings. In between discussions on the year’s events, turkey, politics, and football, I’d like to suggest one other important topic of discussion: student loans. Mixing financial discussions with family may seem inappropriate, but …
Unlike medical schools where most graduates have strong earning potential, many law school graduates find a crowded job market and limited income. Add to the fact that many attorneys find the work to be miserable, and it should be clear that there are significant risks with attending law school. How …
When families set aside money for college, that money is normally utilized before borrowing any student loans. This traditional approach has served many families well. After all, why would somebody borrow money to pay for college if they already have some money set aside to pay for school? Unfortunately, the …
After many years of helping families with their student loans, I’ve had the privilege of working with people from all walks of life. I’ve seen parents struggle with weighing their retirement needs against their desire to help their children pay for school. I’ve seen kids overwhelmed with debt and I’ve …
For many Americans, the three biggest financial challenges of their lives will be paying off student loans, buying a house and saving for retirement. Each one of these goals is a huge challenge. Meeting all three goals is even more difficult. Hitting these milestones is complicated by the fact that …
