How To Bypass The Coverdell Contribution Limits
Coverdell education savings accounts have a $2,000 annual contribution limit per beneficiary, but there are ways to get around this limit.
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How To Potentially Implement Broad Student Loan Forgiveness
There may be a way for the Secretary of Education to implement broad student loan forgiveness through a regulatory change to ICR.
The 3 Best Budgeting Student Loan Tips
When creating a budget for college, make sure you are considering these costs before you borrow and during student loan repayment.
The Most Common College Scams [And How To Avoid Them]
We break down the most common college scams, including student loan scams, scholarship scams, and identity theft.
Can The President Extend The Student Loan Payment Pause Forever?
With the Biden Administration announcing a fifth extension to the student loan payment pause, the question arises – can it last forever?
Next Gen FSA: The Future Of Student Loan Servicing
Next Gen FSA is a new centralized student loan servicing system that aims to improve the borrower experience. Learn how it will work.
FAFSA Treatment of Unemployment Benefits
The FAFSA treatment of unemployment benefits may hurt your financial aid eligibility. Here’s what to do.
What PSLF Reforms Can Be Made Through Executive Action?
The Biden Administration reportedly wants to overhaul PSLF. Learn which PSLF reforms can be made through executive action and which can’t.
Is Automatic Student Loan Forgiveness Legal?
Automatic student loan forgiveness might sound great — but is it legal? And could it come with tax consequences? We dig up the details.
Why Are Student Loan Servicers Dropping Out?
Two federal loan servicers have recently announced they will not renew their contracts. Learn why student loan servicers are dropping out.
What Should You Do With Your Old FFELP Loans?
Borrowers with FFELP loans can federally consolidate them or refinance them with private lenders. Here are the pros and cons of both options.