Education Department Says 10 Million FAFSA Forms Complete
Over 10 million 2026-27 FAFSA forms are complete. Learn about the milestone, new earnings data, and what it means for families.
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Over 10 million 2026-27 FAFSA forms are complete. Learn about the milestone, new earnings data, and what it means for families.

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Over 576,000 borrowers remain stuck in a student loan repayment plan backlog. New apps process in days, but old ones face months of delays.

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Colleges face financial strain, policy battles, and shifting enrollment trends this week.

The Treasury Department is taking over defaulted student loan collections from the Department of Education. Here’s what borrowers should know and do now.

Learn how the Roth conversion ladder lets early retirees access 401(k) funds penalty-free before 59½. Step-by-step 5-year plan included.
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