February 13, 2019
Everything You Need to Know About Student Loan Scams
Key Takeaways Student loan scams often promise forgiveness, consolidation, or relief in exchange for upfront fees. Legitimate federal student loan…
February 8, 2019
What’s the Difference Between Federal and Private Student Loan Consolidation?
Key Takeaways Federal and private student loan consolidation follow different rules and offer different benefits. Federal consolidation keeps access to…
October 15, 2018
Repaying Student Loans While Unemployed
How to Handle Your Student Loans When You’re Unemployed Many recent college graduates have found themselves in an unforgiving position.…
July 10, 2018
How To Get Student Loan Forgiveness
A 2017 Federal Reverse report found that 42 percent of Americans who went to college ended up taking on some…
June 8, 2018
5 Reasons to Refinance Your Parent PLUS Student Loan
Many parents choose to take out Parent PLUS Loans to help their child or children afford the cost of college.…
April 20, 2018
Student Loan Forgiveness – What You Need to Know
Key Takeaways Student loan forgiveness is available primarily for federal student loans under specific programs. Eligibility depends on loan type,…
March 26, 2018
Five Ways to Pay Off Your Student Loans Faster
Student loans are among the easiest forms of debt to let pile up and can plague a borrower for a…
March 19, 2018
Student Loan Repayment Options to Avoid Default
What to do When You Can’t Afford Your Student Loan Payment The consequences of not paying student loans are harsh.…
September 12, 2017
Federal vs. Private Student Loan Refinancing: What You Need to Know
After graduation, many students look to consolidate their student loans. Loan consolidation essentially means combining multiple loans into just one…
August 8, 2017
Credit Unions Becoming a More Popular Choice for Refinancing Student Loans
Today’s reality is that student loan debt is a big part of the average college graduate’s life. Seven out of…
August 24, 2016
Refinancing student loans can help improve your budget
Refinanced Loans Make for Better Budgets Whether you’re just starting to look for a career after college, or you’ve spent…
June 10, 2016
6 Questions to Ask Before You Refinance Your Student Loans
Key Takeaways Interest rates, loan terms, and repayment flexibility vary by lender. Refinancing can affect cosigner options, fees, and hardship…