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April 16, 2026

Democratic Senators File Resolution to Block Trump PSLF Employer Restrictions

Democratic senators introduced a resolution to overturn the Trump PSLF rule restricting qualifying employers. Here’s what borrowers need to know.

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April 15, 2026

89,720 PSLF Buyback Applications Are Pending — But Many Borrowers Won’t Need Them

The PSLF Buyback backlog grew to 89,720 in March 2026. With a 27-month wait, many borrowers will hit 120 PSLF payments before their buyback is processed.

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April 15, 2026

554,000 Borrowers Still Stuck in Student Loan Repayment Backlog Despite Record Processing

The student loan IDR backlog fell to 553,966 in March 2026, and loan forgiveness resumed with 21,200 discharges after two months of zero cancellations.

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April 15, 2026

New Bills Propose Lowering Federal Student Loan Rates Starting July 2026

Two new bills in Congress would cut federal student loan interest to 0% or 2% for 43 million borrowers. Here’s what each proposes and why it may not matter as much as you think.

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April 15, 2026

Why You Shouldn’t Name Minor Children As Beneficiaries

Naming minor children as beneficiaries can freeze funds and trigger costly court proceedings. Learn better alternatives like trusts and UTMA.

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April 14, 2026

College Board’s Education Pays 2026 Report Confirms: A Degree Still Pays Off

College Board’s Education Pays 2026 shows bachelor’s degree holders earn $31,200 more per year. See the latest earnings data and break-even analysis.

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April 14, 2026

Tony Thurmond Backs Billionaire Tax For K-14 Schools As He Runs for California Governor

Tony Thurmond and Sonya Christian discussed dual enrollment, literacy goals, and K-14 funding at the ASU+GSV Summit. Here are the key takeaways.

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Estate Planning
April 14, 2026

5 Beneficiary Designation Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Estate Plan

Outdated beneficiary forms can override your will and send retirement savings to the wrong person. Here are 5 mistakes to fix now.

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April 13, 2026

IDR Payment Tracker Returning to StudentAid.gov After Education Department Reversal

The Education Department says it’s restoring the IDR payment tracker on StudentAid.gov, reversing its December statement. No timeline has been provided.

Early Retirement Rules
Investing
April 13, 2026

Rule 72(t): How to Access Retirement Funds Before 59½ Without Penalty

Rule 72(t) lets you withdraw from IRAs and 401(k)s before 59½ without the 10% penalty. Learn the three IRS methods and what FIRE planners should know.

Can you accept more than one college admissions offer?
Admissions
April 13, 2026

Can You Accept More Than One College Admissions Offer?

You should not accept more than one college admissions offer. Doing so can have long term impacts on you, the colleges, and other students.

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