86,520 PSLF Buyback applications remain pending, with only 2,430 processed in January. At current decision speeds, the backlog would take...
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I’m a huge proponent of earning more to achieve your financial goals. But, at the same time, I don’t dismiss...
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IDR application backlog continued to drop, with just 626,412 outstanding applications to be processed. No income-driven repayment discharges were processed...
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Universities disclosed billions in foreign funding, more colleges expanded tuition-free programs, lawmakers warned of rising private student loan reliance, and...
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Figuring out who has your student loans can be a major headache and challenge. Over the life of a student...
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College is the perfect time to explore creative ways to boost your income. Whether you’re looking to cover tuition, save...
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Update: This post is a work in progress as every step takes quite some time. As of early February, I’ve...
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Short-term income drops during maternity leave can qualify borrowers for deferment, forbearance, or lower payments under income-driven repayment plans. Re-certifying...
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Workforce Pell expands Pell Grants to shorter programs (generally 8 to 15 weeks and 150 to 599 clock hours) but...
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Parent PLUS borrowing will be capped beginning July 1, 2026: up to $20,000 per student per year and $65,000 lifetime...
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