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$25 Billion in Student Loans Have Been Canceled. Who's Eligible and How Does It Work?

$25 Billion in Student Loans Have Been Canceled. Who's Eligible and How Does It Work?

While most student loan borrowers are hanging on a decision about widespread student loan debt forgiveness, millions have already had their loans ended.

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Student Loans: How Long Will Repayments be Paused?

Student Loans: How Long Will Repayments be Paused?

The Department of Education has intimated that another extension is possible.

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Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness? You May Need to Act Sooner Than You Think

Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness? You May Need to Act Sooner Than You Think

You have until Oct. 31 to apply -- but if you need to consolidate your loans, you should start the process now.

If Your Student Loan Debt Is Forgiven, What Happens to Your Credit Score? Here's What to Know

If Your Student Loan Debt Is Forgiven, What Happens to Your Credit Score? Here's What to Know

How having your student debt canceled could change the way the major credit bureaus view your credit worthiness.

Can Rising Interest Rates Trigger a Recession? Here's What to Know

Can Rising Interest Rates Trigger a Recession? Here's What to Know

Nonstop inflation has forced the Federal Reserve to take aggressive action on interest rates, with uncertain consequences.

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You Don't Have to Pay Student Loans Right Now, but It Could Be a Good Idea

While student loan payments and interest are paused, you can make progress on reducing your principal loan.
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Student Loans: How Long Will Repayments be Paused?

The Department of Education has intimated that another extension is possible.
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Make the Most of the Student Loan Payment Pause: 5 Ways to Take Control

From debt forgiveness options to refinancing, here's how to be smart about student loan payments in 2022.
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Will Debt Consolidation Damage My Credit Score?

As interest rates rise, now's the time to pay down debt. But is it worth a possible hit to your credit?
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If Your Student Loan Debt Is Forgiven, What Happens to Your Credit Score? Here's What to Know

How having your student debt canceled could change the way the major credit bureaus view your credit worthiness.
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Did My Navient Student Loans Disappear?

If Navient was your federal loan servicer, your loans have been transferred to Aidvantage.
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Can Fuel Up and Pay Later Help Curb Soaring Gas Prices?

This buy now, pay later gas trend has its perks, but there are also risks.
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iOS 16's New Apple Pay Option Lets iPhone Users Buy Now and Pay Later: How It Works

Apple crashes the buy now, pay later party with its own financial service for free installment plans.
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With Interest Rates Expected to Rise, Should You Refinance Your Student Loans Now?

Save money and update your repayment plan by refinancing your private loans.
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Fly Now, Pay Later. How to Buy Plane Tickets with Uplift, Affirm and PayPal Pay in 4

Give yourself some breathing room when booking a vacation with "fly now, pay later" options.
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