Student Loan IDR Backlog Drops Below 1.1 Million
The September student loan status report shows faster IDR processing and modest gains in PSLF buyback, but wait times continue.
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Should You Refinance Student Loans If Rates Fall?
Should you refinance student loans as the Fed cuts rates? Here’s what to consider before acting.
What Happens To Student Loans When You Die?
Some Federal student loans die with you, but private and Parent PLUS Loans have important consequences borrowers need to consider.
ChatGPT On Student Loans: What It Got Right And Wrong
I asked ChatGPT about student loan repayment. Here’s where it was right, where it was wrong, and what borrowers should know instead.
How To Use 529 Plans For Non-College Education
529 plans cover trade programs, apprenticeships, licenses, and required CE. Learn how to verify eligibility and keep withdrawals tax free.
Lively HSA Review: Pros, Cons, And Alternatives
In this Lively HSA review, you’ll learn about eligibility, how an HSA with them works, and how you can invest via Charles Schwab.
How To Write An SAP Appeal (Example Letters And Guides)
If you find yourself losing financing aid due to Satisfactory Academic Progress, you can write an SAP Appeal Letter to try to regain aid.
How To Make Money In One Hour: 5 Quick Ideas You Can Try Now
Looking to make money fast? These five quick money making ideas are relatively easy to do and don’t require you to be chained to a desk.
SAVE Borrowers’ Forbearance Extended Into 2026
The Department of Education extends SAVE forbearance again, delaying repayment timelines into 2026.
Let’s Talk: Suicide And Student Loan Debt
Suicide is not the answer to your student loan debt burden, and there are tools and resources that can help.
PSLF Buyback or IBR: What’s Better Near Forgiveness?
PSLF borrowers close to 120 payments weigh buyback delays versus resuming monthly payments under IBR or PAYE.