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2021-05-16
Can You Get Student Loans Forgiven By Moving?
Perhaps you’re sick of your hometown and want a fresh start. Or you live in an area with brutal winters […]

2021-05-14
Refinancing a Student Loan? What You Should Know about Fixed Rates and Variable Rates
Climbing into bed with freshly washed sheets. Stepping on a crunchy leaf. That first, marvelous sip of coffee in the […]

2021-05-12
What are the Extended and Extended Graduated Repayment Plans
When you owe money on federal student loans, you often have much more flexibility than with most other types of […]

2021-05-11
Is Going to Nursing School Worth It?
The United States is experiencing a nursing shortage, and it’s unlikely to ease up anytime soon. As a result, one […]

2021-05-07
How Borrowers are Using the Money Saved by Administrative Forbearance
Update 12/22/2021: On Dec. 22, 2021, the U.S. Department of Education (ED) extended the student loan payment pause through May […]

2021-05-04
What Is the Average Cost of Nursing School?
Many people decide to pursue a career in nursing because of the rewarding experience. Helping people, especially when they’re vulnerable, […]

2021-05-03
Is President Biden Still Considering Student Loan Forgiveness?
Updated October 26, 2021 If you have student loans, the possibility of loan forgiveness can sound like a dream […]

2021-04-30
Should You Wait on Student Loan Forgiveness?
When President Joe Biden was running for office, student loan forgiveness was one of his campaign promises. Specifically, Biden pledged […]

2021-04-29
4 Resume Tips for Dentists
In 2020, the median pay for a dentist was $164,010, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Dentists often make […]

2021-04-28
How Much Can You Get in Student Loans?
With rising college costs, you’ll likely need to take out student loans to pay for at least a portion of […]

2021-04-27
When & How to Start a College Fund for Your Child
Thinking about your child’s future can be exciting but it may also cause worry when you think of the costs […]

2021-04-26
7 Ways to Help You Afford Paying for Medical School
The cost of medical school can set you back hundreds of thousands of dollars, leaving many med students scrambling to […]