November 10, 2015
Will Refinancing Hurt My Credit?
Key Takeaways Checking your student loan refinancing rate with LendKey uses a soft credit inquiry, which does not affect your…
October 28, 2015
How to Refinance Your Student Loans to Release a Cosigner
3 Tips to Release a Cosigner from Your Student Loan If you’re like countless other college graduates across the nation,…
October 22, 2015
The Impact of Defaulting on your Student Loans
Many people don’t realize the seriousness of defaulting on their student loans. The consequences of student loan default can be…
October 7, 2015
Alternatives to Student Loan Forgiveness
Key Takeaways Not all borrowers qualify for federal student loan forgiveness programs. Refinancing, income-driven repayment, and temporary relief options can…
September 17, 2015
Should I Refinance My Private Student Loans?
Key Takeaways Refinancing private student loans may help lower interest rates or monthly payments for qualified borrowers. Eligibility and savings…
September 10, 2015
What Happens If I Stop Paying My Student Loans?
Key Takeaways Stopping student loan payments can lead to default, credit damage, and long-term financial consequences. Federal and private student…
September 3, 2015
Top 5 Private Student Loan Consolidation Questions and Answers
Going for a student loan consolidation naturally brings a host of questions that should be answered. Here are some common…
August 21, 2015
How to Consolidate Student Loans: Federal vs Private Options
Key Takeaways Federal student loan consolidation combines federal loans through the Direct Consolidation Loan program. Federal consolidation does not lower…
August 11, 2015
Pros / Cons on Federal and Private Student Loan Consolidation
Trying to figure out a way to consolidate student loans? Here are some fundamentals to consider when comparing options. 1.…
July 28, 2015
What to Know about Student Loan Forgiveness
Key Takeaways Student loan forgiveness applies primarily to federal student loans, not private loans. Forgiveness is typically earned through qualifying…
July 14, 2015
What to Do If You Can’t Afford Your Student Loan Payment
Key Takeaways Federal student loan borrowers may qualify for income driven repayment before considering refinancing. Forbearance and deferment can provide…
February 5, 2015
The Differences Between Student Loan Consolidation And Refinancing
You’re probably heard both terms: student loan consolidation and student loan refinancing. A lot of people use them interchangeably, which…