Student Loan Chaos Grows Amid Policy Proposals And Errors
Congress fails on the first round to pass student loan reform bill as SAVE errors and IDR backlog create more confusion.
SAVE Borrowers Get Wrong Forbearance Notices
SAVE plan borrowers are getting false alerts that their loan payments are restarting. Here’s what’s really going on.
MAGA Account And A $1,000 Baby Bonus: What To Know
MAGA accounts are proposed child savings plans with limited tax perks. Here’s how they compare to 529s.
2 Million IDR Applications Bogged Down By Delays
The Education Department says nearly 2 million IDR applications and 49,000 PSLF buyback requests are still unprocessed, with no firm timeline in place.
Should You Leave PAYE Or ICR Student Loan Plans Due To Uncertainty?
PAYE and ICR forgiveness is on hold, but PSLF remains available. Here’s why you likely shouldn’t leave the PAYE or ICR student loan plans right now.
Common Dorm Room Disasters That Could Cost You Big
If you’re living in a dorm or on-campus this fall, you need to understand what could happen, how much it could cost, and how to protect yourself.
Proposed College Endowment Tax Hike: What to Know
Lawmakers propose raising college endowment taxes from 1.4% to 21%. Learn how this could impact students, tuition, and research.
Credit Scores Drop As Student Loan Payments Resume
Millions of student loan borrowers are now past due, with some losing over 100 credit score points after the federal payment pause ended.
Congress Moves To Extend Key Tax Benefits For Disabled Americans
House tax bill would extend 529 ABLE account perks for savers with disabilities, allowing more flexibility.
Student Loan Reform May Increase Payments For Borrowers
Millions of borrowers could face higher student loan payments or longer terms under a new GOP proposal.
Tax Plan Extends Some Tax-Free Student Loan Forgiveness
Proposed GOP House tax bill extends tax-free loan forgiveness only for death and disability, leaving out other student loan forgiveness programs.