On November 22, 2022, the student loan payment pause was extended until the U.S. Department of Education is permitted to implement the debt relief program or the litigation is resolved. Payments will restart 60 days later. If the debt relief program has not been implemented and the litigation has not been resolved by June 30, 2023 – payments will resume 60 days after that. Learn More

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How to Go to Medical School for Free

If you dream of becoming a doctor, you’re likely researching your medical school options. As you learn about different programs, […]

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2021-08-03

Investing With Student Loan Money: Can You, Should You?

One of the best ways to build wealth over time is through investing. For many students, the idea of investing […]

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7 Smart Alternatives to Parent PLUS Loans

As a parent, you naturally want to help your child as much as possible. That mindset often includes helping them […]

Woman wondering what happens to student loans if you drop out

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What Happens to Student Loans if You Withdraw From College

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5 Smart Money Moves to Make in Your 20s

If you’re like most young adults, the idea of moving out of your parents’ home and living on your own […]

2021-07-19

Are Student Loans Keeping Millennials from Starting Families?

Student loans can be financially crippling, and for Millennials, they’ve had a lot of other significant impacts on their lifestyles […]

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2021-07-15

Preparing for Student Loan Payments to Resume in September

Update 5/4/2022: On April 6, 2022, The Biden administration announced that it is again extending the payment pause on federal […]

2021-07-09

Native American Student Loan Forgiveness & Assistance

With the cost of college on the rise, many students know they need student loans to cover funding gaps. However, […]

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How to Get Approved for Student Loans

The cost of college continues to rise. As a result, it can be hard to pay for college, even when […]

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Good Debt vs. Bad Debt: Differences and Examples

As a nation, we run on debt. Student loans, auto loans, personal loans, credit cards and mortgages — many people […]

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Student Loan Forgiveness for Teachers

Updated May 4, 2022 No one chooses a career in education for the money. You do it for the […]

2021-06-25

Should You Downsize to Pay Off Student Loan Debt?

Depending on the type of loans you have, your repayment plan, paying off student loans may take longer than you’d […]