8 Last-Minute Tax Reminders For 2026
If you’re still waiting to file your taxes, here are eight tax reminders to know so that you don’t make a mistake before the tax deadline.
Student Loan IDR Backlog Drops To Record Low, But PSLF Buyback Issues Remain
New court filing shows IDR backlog at record low while PSLF buyback queue grows to 88,170. What borrowers need to know.
College Tuition Up 914% Since 1983, J.P. Morgan Reports
J.P. Morgan’s 2026 college report reveals tuition is up 914% since 1983 and 60% of families still aren’t using 529 plans. Here’s what that means for your savings strategy.
Borrowers File Long-Shot Legal Bid To Reverse SAVE Ruling
A group of student loan borrowers filed a motion to reverse the SAVE plan dismissal. Here’s what they’re arguing and why it’s unlikely to succeed.
This Week In College And Money News: March 13, 2026
Student loan oversight cuts and new federal rules dominate college finance news this week.
GAO: FSA Halted Student Loan Servicer Reviews
A new GAO report reveals FSA stopped reviewing student loan servicer accuracy last year. Here’s what that means if you have federal student loans.
Average Tax Refund Up 10.6% This Year, IRS Data Shows
The average 2026 tax refund is $3,742 — up 10.6% from 2025. See what’s driving the increase and what it means for your return.
SAVE Student Loan Plan Officially Ended By Court Order
The 8th Circuit reversed the district court’s dismissal of the SAVE lawsuit and ordered the December 2025 settlement entered as final judgment. Here’s what borrowers need to do.
PSLF Buyback and REPAYE: How New Settlement Changes Costs
The SAVE settlement also bans REPAYE, the plan used to calculate PSLF Buyback offers. IBR is the likely replacement — and it’s more expensive. Here’s what to do now.
Senators Demand SAVE Plan Timeline From Education Dept
Senators Merkley and Sanders sent an urgent letter to Ed Secretary McMahon demanding a SAVE Plan timeline after a federal court ended the repayment freeze.
Borrowers Sue Dept. of Education Over SAVE Plan Loan Forgiveness
Four borrowers sued the Education Department Monday to force SAVE plan student loan forgiveness. Here’s what it means for 7 million borrowers.