The 5 Worst States for Student Loan Debt
While a college degree is a good investment, far too many students have crushing student loan debt to contend with. Here are the 5 worst states for student loan debt.
Student Loans Put On Hold During Coronavirus
Because of the coronavirus outbreak, those with student loan debt won’t have to make payments until October. But it’s important to know what loan programs it applies to
3 Tips For Paying Bills During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Since the COVID-19 outbreak, 16 million Americans have lost their jobs. If you’re one of them, here are tips on how to manage your budget during the pandemic.
What’s in the $2 Trillion COVID-19 Stimulus Bill?
If you lost your job due to the coronavirus pandemic or have debts like student loans, the federal stimulus bill was designed to help you. Here’s what’s in the bill.
Is It Worth Paying Off My Student Loans Early?
If you have an outstanding balance on your student loans, before making a major push to pay it off, here are factors to consider about paying off student loans early.
Does It Make Sense to Use 401k Funds to Pay Off Student Loan Debt?
If you have student loan debt and a healthy 401k account with enough money to pay your debts in full, you might be tempted to do that. But is it the right decision?
Can I Change My Student Loan Servicer?
Many people struggling with student loan debt are inquiring about changing their student loan servicer. Is it an effective way to reduce interest rates or payments?
Qualifying for a Mortgage When You Have Student Loan Debt
While student loan debt can seem crushing and become a barrier to buying a home, there are multiple ways for borrowers to get a home mortgage. Here are three ways.
Which Borrowers Are Most Likely To Default On Their Student Loans?
It’s estimated that more than one million student loan borrowers go into default each year, and outstanding education debt has tripled in the last decade.
More Employers Are Helping People Pay Off Student Loan Debt
To attract recent graduates, some companies are expanding their benefit programs to include student loan repayments along with vacation time and 401k plans.
Why Is It Nearly Impossible To Get Rid of Student Loan Debt Through Bankruptcy?
Student loans are difficult to discharge in bankruptcy, which is why bankruptcy still leaves many with crippling student loan debt. Congress wants to change that.
Are There Ways to Reduce How Much You Need to Borrow For School?
It can be challenging paying for college and many students are graduating with high student loan debt. Here are ways to reduce your living expenses as a student.