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House Reconciliation Bill Tax And Education Features
Breaking down the House Ways and Means Committee Budget Reconciliation Bill, as it relates to higher education, student loans, and education tax bene…
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Congress Moves Forward Changes To Student Loans And More
Congress proposes changes to student loan repayment, limits on student loans, and changes to Pell Grants. The post Congress Moves Forward Changes To …
What Is A Direct Student Loan? Pros And Cons
Direct Loans, or Direct Student Loans, are a particular type of student loan issued by the government. Learn about them right here! The post What Is …
SAVE Student Loan Plan Timeline Estimates: What To Expect
Student loan borrowers stuck in SAVE face three main paths, with payments likely resuming as early as late 2025, but more likely in mid 2026. The pos…
Openbank by Santander Review: Pros and Cons
Looking for a way to maximize your savings interest? You might want to consider this high-yield savings account from Openbank by Santander. Learn mor…
Federal Court Stops Trump’s Education Department Layoffs
A federal judge blocked President Trump’s attempt to cut 2,100 Education Department jobs, saying the order was unconstitutional. The post Federal Cou…
Student Loan Servicers Prioritize IDR Apps To Clear Cases
Student loan servicers are triaging IDR applications and moving forward with cases not affected by court rulings. The post Student Loan Servicers Pri…
“No Tax On Tips” Bill Clears Senate With Zero Opposition
The Senate passed the No Tax on Tips Act, allowing workers to deduct up to $25K in reported tips from income taxes. The post “No Tax On Tips” Bill Cl…
House Renames MAGA Account To Trump Account
House Republicans renamed the MAGA Account as the Trump Account in a last-minute budget bill change. The post House Renames MAGA Account To Trump Acc…
Financial Aid Offices Sound Alarm On Student Aid Chaos
A new survey finds financial aid offices are facing delays and poor support from the Department of Education after major staff cuts. The post Financi…
PAYE Plan Not An Option For Some Student Loan Borrowers
Some borrowers report the PAYE plan is missing from some IDR applications on StudentAid.gov, sparking confusion and concern. The post PAYE Plan Not A…
What Is the Average Cost of College In 2025? (And How to Reduce Costs!)
Find out the average cost of college, and what that looked like in the past! How do you reduce today's college costs? Find out right here. The post W…
Pell Grant Chart: What Income Limits Qualify?
Pell Grant limits vary by income, family size, and state. Here’s our Pell Grant chart to check yours. The post Pell Grant Chart: What Income Limits Q…
Which Payments and Periods Count Towards PSLF and Buyback?
Breaking down what types of payments are eligible for PSLF and buyback, including which periods of deferment and forbearance, and what steps you need…
Student Loan Chaos Grows Amid Policy Proposals And Errors
Congress fails on the first round to pass student loan reform bill as SAVE errors and IDR backlog create more confusion. The post Student Loan Chaos …
SAVE Borrowers Get Wrong Forbearance Notices
SAVE plan borrowers are getting false alerts that their loan payments are restarting. Here’s what’s really going on. The post SAVE Borrowers Get Wron…
Student Loan Assistance For Incarcerated Individuals
Student loan borrowers who find themselves incarcerated or in jail for extended periods have some options for assistance. The post Student Loan Assis…
MAGA Accounts And A $1,000 Baby Bonus: What To Know
MAGA accounts are proposed child savings plans with limited tax perks. Here’s how they compare to 529s. The post MAGA Accounts And A $1,000 Baby Bonu…
mph Bank Review 2025: Pros, Cons, and Alternatives
mph Bank is an online money market account with top interest rates powered by Liberty Savings Bank. The post mph Bank Review 2025: Pros, Cons, and Al…