Where to go for Accurate, Objective Student Loan Information and Advice
Tracking down student loan advice usually isn’t hard, but it is really important to verify what you are told.
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Navigating Cosigned Student Loans and Mortgage Applications
If you are not careful, cosigned student loans can make it harder to get a mortgage and impact the size of your mortgage.
Multiple Student Loan Refinance: the Costs, the Lenders and How to Avoid a Mistake
Refinancing student loans for a second or third time opens new doors for borrowers, but multiple refinance also has limitations.
Expert Tip: Don’t Make Extra Payments During Covid-19 Interest Freeze
Using the federal interest freeze to knock out student debt is a smart strategy, but you might want to hold onto those payments until the end.
The $1,000 Mistake Made by Responsible Borrowers
Paying extra towards your student loans is a great idea, but it is important that you are strategic about the loan you attack.
Student Loan Repayment Tips for Uber and Lyft Drivers
Student loan repayment strategy is a little bit different due to the unique nature of working as a rideshare driver.
The One Time it Makes Sense to Have a Cosigner for a Refinance Loan
Cosigning student loans is usually a bad idea, even on refinance loans. However, if you are already a cosigner on a student loan, it makes sense to also cosign on the refinance loan.
Should I Auto-Pay My Student Loans?
Automatic student loan payments help avoid late fees and offer an interest rate discount, but auto-debits also come with some major risks.
Why Lowering Federal Payments to Pay Off Private Loans Can be the Smart Approach
Private loans are usually worse than federal loans. Getting a lower federal payment to free up cash to eliminate the private debt is often a smart move.