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Big Week For Student Loans: What Changed And What Didn’t
Trump’s executive order targets K-12, not student loans. Recertification is delayed, but borrowers still face confusion over repayment. The post Big …
Friday Flight: Appealing ARMs, Iterating Investments, & College Cost Cuts – Episode 960
Time for a Friday Flight- our little sampling of the week’s financial news and what it means for your personal finances. There are a lot of headlines…
Lawsuit Filed Over Blocked Student Loan Repayment Plans
A new lawsuit claims the Department of Education is illegally blocking income-driven student loan repayment plans, leaving borrowers with higher bill…
What To Do If Your Student Loan Is Denied?
If your student loan was denied, don’t panic. Find out how to appeal a denial, secure a cosigner, or access more financial aid to cover college costs…
9.2 Million Borrowers May Be Delinquent On Student Loans
An estimated 9.2 million borrowers are now delinquent on student loans. Find out why payments are being missed and what options are available to avoi…
How To Find The Net Price Of College And What You’ll Pay
A look at how to calculate the net price of college - or in other terms, how much college really costs! The post How To Find The Net Price Of College…
Student Loan Bills Rise Due To IDR Processing Freeze
Borrowers face unexpected student loan payment hikes as IDR recertification remains stalled. Some are pushed into forbearance as loan servicers strug…
How Grandparents Can Save For College
Grandparents can save for college with a 529, UGMA, or Coverdell ESA. See which option is best for financial aid and estate planning. The post How Gr…
Can Student Loans Be Discharged In Bankruptcy?
Student loans can be discharged in bankruptcy, but it’s rare. Here's what borrowers should know and why it's so uncommon. The post Can Student Loans …
10 Best Private Student Loan Lenders For College
We share our picks for the best private student loan lenders to pay for college in 2025, including choices from Sallie Mae, ElFi, College Ave and mor…
How To Find College Scholarships
Looking for free college funding is no easy task. However, it's something you should definitely do. Here's how to find college scholarships and grant…
Friday Flight: Student Loan Shakeup, Doom Spending, and the Mounting Mini-Stagcession – Episode 954
Time for a Friday Flight- our little sampling of the week’s financial news and what it means for your personal finances. There are a lot of headlines…
The Fair Credit Reporting Act And Your Student Loans
Want to know how the fair credit reporting act affects your student loan debt? Here's everything you need to know. The post The Fair Credit Reporting…
Should You Refinance Your MBA Student Loans?
Should you refinance your MBA student loans? Learn when it makes sense, the pros and cons, and the best lenders for business school graduates. The po…
Best Student Loans And Current Rates In March 2025
Here's our guide to help you find the best student loans and rates so that you can get the best interest rate on your student loans. The post Best St…
Student Loan Borrowers Cut Off From Income-Driven Repayment
The Department of Education has halted processing of income-driven repayment plans, leaving millions without affordable options. Here’s what borrower…
FAFSA Numbers Up: More Seniors Applying for College Aid
FAFSA submissions are up 6.4% from last year, signaling higher financial aid access for students. Could this lead to more college enrollments? The po…
Best Note-Taking App For College Students
There are a lot of note-taking app options for students and we share our picks for the best ways to take notes in college or school. The post Best No…
College Cost Reduction Act: What To Know
The College Cost Reduction Act seeks to fix student loan lending, improve student outcomes, and hold colleges accountable to their costs. The post Co…
S&P 500 vs. College Endowments: The Results Are In
College endowments trail index funds, underperforming by 50% compared to the S&P 500. Why do schools keep losing billions on their investments? …