October 21, 2025
Student Loan Options for Non-Traditional Students
Key Takeaways Non-traditional students have access to federal, private, and alternative funding options Completing the FAFSA is the first step…
October 14, 2025
What’s the Difference Between Refinancing and Consolidating Student Loans?
Key Takeaways Refinancing replaces existing loans with a new private loan at a new interest rate and term. Consolidation combines…
September 22, 2025
FAFSA: Understanding Parent and Student Assets
With FAFSA filing season well underway, millions of students and parents work to get this important document filed. Because the…
August 12, 2025
How AutoPay Works for Variable Rate Student Loans
Key Takeaways AutoPay automatically deducts student loan payments from your bank account each month Variable rate loan payments adjust automatically…
August 12, 2025
How to Ask Someone to Cosign a Student Loan
Key Takeaways A cosigner shares legal responsibility for repaying a student loan Having a cosigner can improve approval odds and…
August 10, 2025
Should You Pay Off Your Student Loans Now Or Later?
Key Takeaways Pay off student loans early only after establishing emergency savings and meeting retirement match contributions. Consider refinancing to…
August 4, 2025
Student Loan Refinancing and Consolidation with Credit Unions
Imagine enjoying post-grad life even more when you reduce your student loan burden and simplify your finances. That can become…
July 1, 2025
Why Use a Cosigner for Your Student Loan?
Key Takeaways A cosigner could help borrowers qualify for student loans with limited credit history Applying with a cosigner may…
June 30, 2025
Mixing Federal and Private Student Loans
Key Takeaways Federal student loans should typically be used first due to borrower protections Private student loans can help cover…
May 6, 2025
Which Refinancing Strategy is Right for You?
In recent years, the demand for student loan refinancing options continues to rise. Student loans are designed to be readily…
April 15, 2025
Revocation of Licenses for Student Loan Default Stirs Controversy
Key Takeaways Several states once allowed suspension of driver’s or professional licenses for student loan default, but many have repealed…
January 24, 2025
Why Women Carry More Student Loan Debt Than Men
Key Takeaways Women hold a larger share of total student loan debt in the United States Higher enrollment and degree…