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July 20, 2026

How Real Is The Student Loan Tax Bomb? What The IRS Data Says

The student loan tax bomb returns in 2026. History says few ever paid it, but millions now near forgiveness. See what the IRS data reveals.

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July 18, 2026

HSA Rollover: How To Do It And What To Know

HSA Rollovers can be helpful to move an old HSA account to a new provider, but there are rules you need to follow!

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Ninth Circuit Rejects Education Department’s Bid To Delay Loan Forgiveness

The Ninth Circuit affirmed Sweet v. McMahon settlement deadlines, ordering the Department of Education to deliver debt relief to 170,000+ borrowers.

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Student Loans Without A Cosigner For Juniors And Seniors

Juniors and seniors can get student loans without a cosigner. Compare Funding U, Ascent, and GradBridge rates, limits, and eligibility rules.

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Concreit Review: Real Estate Investing Starting At $1

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July 16, 2026

Gov. Pillen Orders $36 Million Mid-Year Cut To University Of Nebraska

The University of Nebraska System faces a surprise $36 million state funding cut after Gov. Jim Pillen ordered mid-year spending reductions.

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July 16, 2026

Millions Leaving SAVE Could Still Owe $0 Per Month — But Most Haven’t Run The Numbers

The SAVE plan is ending, but up to 3 million borrowers may still qualify for $0 student loan payments on IBR. See the 2026 income cutoffs.

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July 15, 2026

What Happens To A 529 Plan If The Account Owner Dies?

Are you the account owner or beneficiary of a 529 plan? If so, you’ll want to know more about what happens if the account owner dies. Learn more.

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July 15, 2026

Earnest vs. SoFi: Navigating Your Student Loan Refinance Options

Refinancing your student loans can be a good option if you want to lower your monthly payment or your interest rate. Here’s an Earnest vs. Sofi comparison.

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July 15, 2026

Gallup: Americans’ Confidence In Higher Education Falls To 38% As AI Doubts Grow

Americans’ confidence in higher education fell to 38% in 2026, per Lumina-Gallup. Cost, campus politics, and AI’s threat to degrees drive doubts.

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Grace Periods for Medical and Dental Grads: How Repayment Works After School

Medical and dental students generally have longer grace periods on their student loans after they leave school. Here’s what to know.

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