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Expanded PSLF Means Huge Refunds for Some Borrowers

The recent changes to Public Service Loan Forgiveness may mean that borrowers who had FFELP or Perkins loans get a huge refund.

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PSLF Application Denials: How to Fix Problems and Move Forward

Some PSLF issues can be corrected with ease. In other cases, a PSLF application rejection means starting from scratch.

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Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness: The Basics and the Fine Print

Qualifying for Public Service Loan Forgiveness isn’t automatic, but a few minutes of time can help ensure that you don’t miss out.

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PSLF: Ten Years or 120 Payments?

Public Service Loan Forgiveness takes ten years, but the 120 certified payment requirement is much more accurate.

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Help! I’m on the Wrong Repayment Plan for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If your repayment plan isn’t eligible for PSLF, Temporary Expanded Public Service Loan Forgiveness may help.

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How Often Should I Certify My Public Service Employment?

The minimum requirement and the best practice for how often you should submit your PSLF forms are very different.

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Six Reasons You Should Not Refinance Your Student Loans

Refinancing often means lower interest rates, but some borrowers should avoid a student loan refinance.

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Starting the Clock on PSLF for Current Students and Recent Grads

Students and recent grads can get an early start on the PSLF loan forgiveness clock by carefully navigating grace periods and deferments.

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Student Loan Forgiveness for Government Contractors

PSLF is a challenge for government contractors, but there are other student loan forgiveness options beyond Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

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  • Tools
    • Old Income-Based Repayment (IBR) Calculator
    • New Income-Based Repayment (IBR) Calculator
    • Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) Calculator
  • 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
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