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How to Beat the Student Loan Monster
Let’s face it. You hate your student loans. If you want to get rid of them, you need to own the debt and develop a plan for eliminating them from your life. It’s going to take you a long time but it’s not going to be as hard as you think.
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5 Facts About REPAYE, IBR and PSLF
Student loans can change on a whim if the laws are rewritten, so it’s better to stay up-to-date on your loans and continue educating yourself to what else is out there. Here are 5 facts I’ve discovered about them.
PSLF: The Lawyer’s Loophole
Are you looking to pursue a career in public interest? If so, you should hear about this new assistance program which can help you hack the PSLF program.
Will PSLF Go Away?
With no real means to document the success of the program and very little data behind all of it, is it possible PSLF might be changed or removed entirely?
Student Loan Repayment Term Length
Repayment terms can help you circumvent thousands of dollars of interest in the course of your loan. It all depends on your level of risk.
We’re Abandoning PSLF
Marriage can complicate your students loans, which might effect how you file your taxes. Learn more about the financial conundrum of married filing seperately when dealing with loans.
Do You Hate Paying Off Debt?
Making student loan payments every month can seem like an uphill battle sometimes. Here are some tips for keeping your head above water and remaining happy throughout the process.
Should I Choose a Fixed or Variable Rate for Student Loans?
When refinancing student loans, many lawyers stumble on whether to choose the fixed or variable rate. Typically, the variable rate is the better choice.
Understanding Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
You may think you know PSLF, but it’s good to review the basics to make sure you understand whether this program is right for you.
