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Best Student Loan Refinance Lenders In 2025

Best Student Loan Refinance Lenders In 2025

We compare the ten best student loan refinance lenders and their interest rates, perks, qualification requirements, and more. The post Best Student L…

Trump Wants Student Loans Handled By The SBA

Trump Wants Student Loans Handled By The SBA

Trump says he wants SBA to manage student loans. No order has been signed, and legal experts warn the move may breach existing borrower contracts. Th…

Could The Federal Government Privatize Student Loans?

Could The Federal Government Privatize Student Loans?

Calls to privatize federal student loans are growing. Learn how this change could impact borrowers, costs, and government involvement in education. T…

Big Week For Student Loans: What Changed And What Didn’t

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

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

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?

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

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

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

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

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?

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

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

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

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

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?

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

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

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 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…