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Grad PLUS Loans Ending: What’s Next for Grad Students?
For years, the Grad PLUS loan program served as the financial bridge between what federal aid covered and what advanced…
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June 21, 2024
10 Tips for a Memorable and Productive Summer Break
Making the Most of Your Summer Before College: 10 Tips for a Memorable and Productive Summer Break Introduction: Ah, the…
May 28, 2024
How to Mitigate FAFSA Delays
The Summer of Uncertainty: How to Mitigate FAFSA Delays Federal aid for higher education, a staple in the pursuit to…
May 7, 2024
What is Student Loan Forbearance?
Key Takeaways Many lenders offer forbearance options for financial hardship Forbearance can temporarily pause or reduce payments Interest may continue…
May 3, 2024
Apply Now! 2024 LendKey Scholarship Now Accepting Applications
Unlock Your Future with the LendKey Scholarship: Empowering Students for Success Empowering Students with the LendKey Scholarship Are you a…
April 12, 2024
How to make the most out of your college visits
How to Make the Most Out of Your College Visits Introduction Embarking on college visits is an exciting milestone in…
March 26, 2024
5 Steps to Reduce the Total Cost of Your Student Loan
Key Takeaways Making payments while in school reduces total interest costs Paying down your principal early limits how much interest…
September 15, 2023
It’s Back – Federal Student Loan Payments Resume, Now What?
Prepare for the Resumption of Federal Student Loan Payments Crisp, cool air, the changing of the leaves, and federal student…
July 7, 2023
5 Questions to Ask Before You Refinance Your Student Loan
Essential Questions to Ask Before Refinancing Your Student Loans Refinancing student loans can feel complex and overwhelming. To help you…
June 8, 2023
Fixed vs. Variable Rate Student Loan Refinancing
When student loan borrowers are looking to refinance student loans, they typically come across two options: a fixed-rate student loan…
May 21, 2023
10 Common Private Student Loan Application Mistakes to Avoid
Unfortunately, some student’s federal aid doesn’t cover the full cost of their tuition. Private student loans offer a solution. Private…
April 20, 2023
Federal vs. Private Student Loans
Key Takeaways Federal student loans are issued by the government, while private loans come from banks and credit unions Federal…
April 1, 2023
3 Ways Student Loan Refinancing Could Affect Your Credit
Are you looking for a way to reduce your student loan debt? Student loan refinancing may be the answer you’re…