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How to avoid long-standing student debt

You can control your student debt by borrowing less and sometimes by refinancing your home. But tread carefully when mixing up your home with other debt.

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Look into student loan forgiveness eligibility

Look into student loan forgiveness eligibility


Simply put, there are a few provisions under which you may have part – or all – of your student loan balance forgiven after you complete your education. Read more

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What to look for in a private student loan

What to look for in a private student loan


When compared to federal student loans, you typically need to do a bit more analysis to locate the best private student loan for your situation. Read more

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One student loan repayment plan is not like another

One student loan repayment plan is not like another


For a recent graduate, the most important decisions are often about loan repayment and, therefore, student loan consolidation. Read more

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Student loan consolidation incentives

Student loan consolidation incentives


Did you know that your original student loan lender might offer you better incentives for consolidating your college loans with them? Read more

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Don’t stop paying until the ink is dry

Don’t stop paying until the ink is dry


Until you receive verification from the student loan consolidation lenders, you are still required to make all payments on your student loans. Read more

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Pros of student loan consolidation

Pros of student loan consolidation


For some people, deciding to consolidate student loans is an easy decision. For others, the decision might seem overwhelming. Read more

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Six reasons to use automatic payments

Six reasons to use automatic payments


If you haven’t signed up for automatic payments for regular monthly bills, here are six reasons you should. Read more

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Take inventory of your student loans

Take inventory of your student loans


Before looking into consolidation, make sure to take an inventory of all your student loans. Researching for good student loan consolidation information can come later. Read more

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Consolidate student loans within the grace period

Consolidate student loans within the grace period


A great piece of advice regarding federal student loan consolidation is to consolidate within the six-month grace period. Read more

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