Trump order restricts PSLF eligibility for certain nonprofitsTrump's executive action limits eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, potentially denying thousands of public servants loan forgiveness.
Trump guts the Education Department with massive layoffs; shock waves reach CaliforniaThe Trump administration's layoffs at the Department of Education threaten funding and resources critical for disadvantaged students and civil rights enforcement.
Trump Issues Executive Order That Would Disqualify Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness For People Engaging In Activities That Go Against His Agenda - Above the LawTrump's executive order alters the PSLF program, potentially increasing eligibility barriers for borrowers associated with organizations deemed illegal.
Trump limits a student-loan forgiveness program for millions of public servants in a new executive orderTrump's executive order restricts Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, targeting organizations deemed 'anti-American' and affecting millions of service workers.
Loan expert breaks down Department of Education's changes on repayment rules for student borrowersThe Trump administration's changes to the Department of Education significantly affect student loan borrowers and their repayment options.
Public service student-loan forgiveness 'is not changing today' while Trump works to redefine who is eligible, Education Department saysTrump's executive order proposes redefining Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility but changes are not immediate.
Trump order restricts PSLF eligibility for certain nonprofitsTrump's executive action limits eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, potentially denying thousands of public servants loan forgiveness.
Trump guts the Education Department with massive layoffs; shock waves reach CaliforniaThe Trump administration's layoffs at the Department of Education threaten funding and resources critical for disadvantaged students and civil rights enforcement.
Trump Issues Executive Order That Would Disqualify Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness For People Engaging In Activities That Go Against His Agenda - Above the LawTrump's executive order alters the PSLF program, potentially increasing eligibility barriers for borrowers associated with organizations deemed illegal.
Trump limits a student-loan forgiveness program for millions of public servants in a new executive orderTrump's executive order restricts Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, targeting organizations deemed 'anti-American' and affecting millions of service workers.
Loan expert breaks down Department of Education's changes on repayment rules for student borrowersThe Trump administration's changes to the Department of Education significantly affect student loan borrowers and their repayment options.
Public service student-loan forgiveness 'is not changing today' while Trump works to redefine who is eligible, Education Department saysTrump's executive order proposes redefining Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility but changes are not immediate.
Millions have had student loans canceled under Biden despite the collapse of his forgiveness planBiden's administration has canceled student loans for over 5 million Americans, utilizing existing programs to provide historic relief despite political opposition.
Trump admin. pauses all income-driven repayment plansThe Education Department has paused income-driven repayment applications, creating uncertainty for borrowers seeking relief.
What to know as the government begins collections on defaulted student debtResumption of student loan collections raises concerns for borrowers after five years of suspension.
Millions have had student loans canceled under Biden despite the collapse of his forgiveness planBiden's administration has canceled more student loans than any previous president, totaling over $183.6 billion for 5 million borrowers.
Federal student loan restrictions will disproportionately impact LGBTQ+ adultsLGBTQ+ individuals face heightened economic insecurity and student loan burdens, exacerbated by potential changes under Trump's administration.
Democrats Blast McMahon Over Education Department CutsSen. Bernie Sanders and 37 Democrats condemned Education Secretary Linda McMahon for recent staff cuts, asserting they will harm education for American students.
Millions have had student loans canceled under Biden despite the collapse of his forgiveness planBiden's administration has canceled student loans for over 5 million Americans, utilizing existing programs to provide historic relief despite political opposition.
Trump admin. pauses all income-driven repayment plansThe Education Department has paused income-driven repayment applications, creating uncertainty for borrowers seeking relief.
What to know as the government begins collections on defaulted student debtResumption of student loan collections raises concerns for borrowers after five years of suspension.
Millions have had student loans canceled under Biden despite the collapse of his forgiveness planBiden's administration has canceled more student loans than any previous president, totaling over $183.6 billion for 5 million borrowers.
Federal student loan restrictions will disproportionately impact LGBTQ+ adultsLGBTQ+ individuals face heightened economic insecurity and student loan burdens, exacerbated by potential changes under Trump's administration.
Democrats Blast McMahon Over Education Department CutsSen. Bernie Sanders and 37 Democrats condemned Education Secretary Linda McMahon for recent staff cuts, asserting they will harm education for American students.
Bilt's credit card now lets you pay your student loans with pointsBilt Rewards now allows members to redeem points for student loan payments, addressing a critical financial need.
What should Long Islanders know as student loan debt collection is set to resume in MayResumption of student loan collections could harm Long Island's economy, especially with its high proportion of degree holders.
Trump Administration to resume collections on student loan borrowers in defaultThe U.S. Department of Education will resume collections of defaulted student loans beginning May 5 after a five-year pause.
Trump's education boss reveals greedy truth behind Biden's student loan forgiveness: 'They have profited massively'Linda McMahon defends student loan debt collections, blaming universities for profiting and students burdened by debt.
What should Long Islanders know as student loan debt collection is set to resume in MayResumption of student loan collections could harm Long Island's economy, especially with its high proportion of degree holders.
Trump Administration to resume collections on student loan borrowers in defaultThe U.S. Department of Education will resume collections of defaulted student loans beginning May 5 after a five-year pause.
Trump's education boss reveals greedy truth behind Biden's student loan forgiveness: 'They have profited massively'Linda McMahon defends student loan debt collections, blaming universities for profiting and students burdened by debt.
Education Department Restarting Loan Collections for First Time Since 2020The U.S. Department of Education is restarting student loan collections, including wage garnishments, affecting millions of borrowers facing financial hardship.
Millions of Student Loan Borrowers Are Behind on PaymentsThe federal government has resumed reporting student loan delinquencies, significantly impacting borrowers' credit scores and risking economic slowdown.
Education Department Restarting Loan Collections for First Time Since 2020The U.S. Department of Education is restarting student loan collections, including wage garnishments, affecting millions of borrowers facing financial hardship.
Millions of Student Loan Borrowers Are Behind on PaymentsThe federal government has resumed reporting student loan delinquencies, significantly impacting borrowers' credit scores and risking economic slowdown.
Judge Blocks Elon Musk's DOGE Team From Education Department's Student Loan DatabasesA federal judge temporarily halted Musk's team from accessing sensitive Education Department data pending a privacy-related lawsuit.
10 percent of Federal Student Aid staff take buyoutsStaff reductions at the Office of Federal Student Aid could hinder support for defrauded students.Federal Employee buyouts indicate broader workforce reductions across government agencies.
Millions of student-loan borrowers are at the center of the latest probes into Elon Musk's DOGEThe Education Department is accused of improperly granting DOGE access to sensitive student-loan borrower data, prompting a lawsuit and investigation.
Debt collectors are going to start hounding student loan borrowers again after OK from Trump's DOEThe Education Department will start collecting on federal student loan defaults, including wage garnishment, ending a pandemic-era leniency.
A move that would've surged married student-loan borrowers' payments was a mistake, Trump's admin saysNo changes to payment calculations for married student-loan borrowers filing separately, ensuring they won't face increased payments.
Judge Blocks Elon Musk's DOGE Team From Education Department's Student Loan DatabasesA federal judge temporarily halted Musk's team from accessing sensitive Education Department data pending a privacy-related lawsuit.
10 percent of Federal Student Aid staff take buyoutsStaff reductions at the Office of Federal Student Aid could hinder support for defrauded students.Federal Employee buyouts indicate broader workforce reductions across government agencies.
Millions of student-loan borrowers are at the center of the latest probes into Elon Musk's DOGEThe Education Department is accused of improperly granting DOGE access to sensitive student-loan borrower data, prompting a lawsuit and investigation.
Debt collectors are going to start hounding student loan borrowers again after OK from Trump's DOEThe Education Department will start collecting on federal student loan defaults, including wage garnishment, ending a pandemic-era leniency.
A move that would've surged married student-loan borrowers' payments was a mistake, Trump's admin saysNo changes to payment calculations for married student-loan borrowers filing separately, ensuring they won't face increased payments.
The Future of Private Student Loans in the Age of AI | HackerNoonAI is transforming the private student loan market by enhancing risk assessment and expanding lending accessibility, especially for underserved borrowers.
Am I Making a Mistake Paying $700 a Month on My Student Loans Instead of Investing for Retirement?Paying off federal student loans early may not be the best financial decision, particularly with a low interest rate.
Should I pay off my low-interest student loan before buying a home?Maintaining low-interest student loans can be beneficial while preparing to buy a home.
The Future of Private Student Loans in the Age of AI | HackerNoonAI is transforming the private student loan market by enhancing risk assessment and expanding lending accessibility, especially for underserved borrowers.
Am I Making a Mistake Paying $700 a Month on My Student Loans Instead of Investing for Retirement?Paying off federal student loans early may not be the best financial decision, particularly with a low interest rate.
Should I pay off my low-interest student loan before buying a home?Maintaining low-interest student loans can be beneficial while preparing to buy a home.
Student loan claims probed after TikTok videos spur fake applicationsThere are serious allegations of fraud within UK student loans related to university enrollment.Investigations are ongoing regarding organized recruitment of individuals for fraudulent student loan claims.
The Era of Student Loan Forgiveness Is Officially OverStudent loan payment pauses and forbearance are ending, impacting millions of borrowers across the country.
Supreme Court will review block on borrower defense ruleThe Supreme Court will review Biden's borrower-defense rule aimed at aiding student loan debt relief for defrauded borrowers.
House Republicans target student loan programs for budget cutsProposed cuts by the House GOP could significantly harm higher education, impacting student loans and university funding.
University degree still best for young Britons' life chances, says former ministerA university degree is a key investment for young people's future success and earning potential in the UK.
Student loan claims probed after TikTok videos spur fake applicationsThere are serious allegations of fraud within UK student loans related to university enrollment.Investigations are ongoing regarding organized recruitment of individuals for fraudulent student loan claims.
The Era of Student Loan Forgiveness Is Officially OverStudent loan payment pauses and forbearance are ending, impacting millions of borrowers across the country.
Supreme Court will review block on borrower defense ruleThe Supreme Court will review Biden's borrower-defense rule aimed at aiding student loan debt relief for defrauded borrowers.
House Republicans target student loan programs for budget cutsProposed cuts by the House GOP could significantly harm higher education, impacting student loans and university funding.
University degree still best for young Britons' life chances, says former ministerA university degree is a key investment for young people's future success and earning potential in the UK.
Here's why the average US credit score is fallingThe increase in federal student loan delinquencies has pushed the average U.S. credit score down to 715, highlighting impacts from previous loan payment pauses.
A new internal memo from the CFPB says it will 'deprioritize' its student-loan oversight in Trump's latest move to overhaul the consumer watchdogCFPB will deprioritize student loans and medical debt supervision to focus on consumer harm mitigation.
How Forgiving Student Loan Debt May Actually Solve the Housing CrisisThe rising median age of first-time homebuyers is linked to student debt burdens and inflated housing costs.Student loan forgiveness could rejuvenate the housing market by enabling more potential buyers.
The Trump economy has Americans rethinking everything from babies to businessesAmericans are delaying major life decisions due to economic uncertainty and unclear financial conditions.
How Forgiving Student Loan Debt May Actually Solve the Housing CrisisThe rising median age of first-time homebuyers is linked to student debt burdens and inflated housing costs.Student loan forgiveness could rejuvenate the housing market by enabling more potential buyers.
The Trump economy has Americans rethinking everything from babies to businessesAmericans are delaying major life decisions due to economic uncertainty and unclear financial conditions.
Does fully funding your child's college education make them entitled?Paying for children's college can be beneficial if managed with expectations and ground rules.Setting expectations helps avoid entitlement in children during their college education.
I'm headed to college and will be paying $21k a year after scholarships. How do I avoid going into debt?College can be expensive even with scholarships, making student loans almost unavoidable for many students.
AFT Sues Trump for Blocking Access to Loan Repayment PlansThe AFT is suing the Education Department to restore access to student loan repayment programs halted by the Trump administration.
So What Exactly Is Going On With Student Loans?The Department of Education's restructuring significantly affects federal student loans and repayment plans for millions amid changing political leadership.
Student loan forgiveness 'SAVE' plan under threat from courts, Trump administrationThe SAVE Plan offers financial relief for millions of borrowers but faces potential cancellation under a new administration.
Elizabeth Warren lays out 3 things on the line for student-loan borrowers ahead of Trump's Education Department pick facing CongressDemocratic lawmakers demand clear plans from Trump’s education secretary nominee, Linda McMahon, regarding student-loan protections.
Does fully funding your child's college education make them entitled?Paying for children's college can be beneficial if managed with expectations and ground rules.Setting expectations helps avoid entitlement in children during their college education.
I'm headed to college and will be paying $21k a year after scholarships. How do I avoid going into debt?College can be expensive even with scholarships, making student loans almost unavoidable for many students.
AFT Sues Trump for Blocking Access to Loan Repayment PlansThe AFT is suing the Education Department to restore access to student loan repayment programs halted by the Trump administration.
So What Exactly Is Going On With Student Loans?The Department of Education's restructuring significantly affects federal student loans and repayment plans for millions amid changing political leadership.
Student loan forgiveness 'SAVE' plan under threat from courts, Trump administrationThe SAVE Plan offers financial relief for millions of borrowers but faces potential cancellation under a new administration.
Elizabeth Warren lays out 3 things on the line for student-loan borrowers ahead of Trump's Education Department pick facing CongressDemocratic lawmakers demand clear plans from Trump’s education secretary nominee, Linda McMahon, regarding student-loan protections.
Three Financial Moves All Young Docs Should MakeYoung doctors should prioritize early investment and budgeting to alleviate financial stress and enhance professional satisfaction.
Should I Pay Off My $23,000 Student Loans or Invest Instead?Investing is often more beneficial than early repayment of student loans due to favorable interest rates and tax deductions.
Three Financial Moves All Young Docs Should MakeYoung doctors should prioritize early investment and budgeting to alleviate financial stress and enhance professional satisfaction.
Should I Pay Off My $23,000 Student Loans or Invest Instead?Investing is often more beneficial than early repayment of student loans due to favorable interest rates and tax deductions.
People Are Calling Out Industries That Are Actually "Scams," And It's Eye-OpeningThird-party student loan consultants deceive borrowers, leading to unnecessary fees and misconceptions about loans.
Javice found guilty of defrauding JPMorgan in $175M startup purchase | TechCrunchCharlie Javice was found guilty of defrauding JP Morgan by inflating her startup Frank's customer numbers.
People Are Calling Out Industries That Are Actually "Scams," And It's Eye-OpeningThird-party student loan consultants deceive borrowers, leading to unnecessary fees and misconceptions about loans.
Javice found guilty of defrauding JPMorgan in $175M startup purchase | TechCrunchCharlie Javice was found guilty of defrauding JP Morgan by inflating her startup Frank's customer numbers.
Experts to investigate student loan fraud claimsFraudulent student loan claims are being investigated, focusing on organized intake of applicants with no intention to study.
As the DOJ takes shape, housing must be front and centerThe incoming AG can pause and reverse litigation initiated by the previous administration, impacting key policies like housing law and student loan repayment.
What Student Loan Borrowers Need to Know About Income-Driven Repayment PlansThe future of income-driven repayment plans is uncertain after the Department of Education ended applications for the SAVE program.
Income-driven repayment applications on hold for three monthsStudent loan borrowers face a three-month freeze on income-driven repayment applications, affecting affordability and repayment options.
Student Loan Borrowers Blocked from Affordable Repayment PlansThe Education Department temporarily halted applications for income-driven repayment plans due to a federal court ruling.The suspension limits affordable payment options for student loan borrowers.
Trump administration quietly shutters online form for student debt repaymentConfusion reigns for borrowers as the Trump administration removes online applications for student debt repayment plans, complicating access and processes.
What Student Loan Borrowers Need to Know About Income-Driven Repayment PlansThe future of income-driven repayment plans is uncertain after the Department of Education ended applications for the SAVE program.
Income-driven repayment applications on hold for three monthsStudent loan borrowers face a three-month freeze on income-driven repayment applications, affecting affordability and repayment options.
Student Loan Borrowers Blocked from Affordable Repayment PlansThe Education Department temporarily halted applications for income-driven repayment plans due to a federal court ruling.The suspension limits affordable payment options for student loan borrowers.
Trump administration quietly shutters online form for student debt repaymentConfusion reigns for borrowers as the Trump administration removes online applications for student debt repayment plans, complicating access and processes.
I've traveled to 12 countries while still managing to pay off nearly all of my student loans. Here are my top cheap travel tips.A strategic approach to budgeting while traveling can significantly expedite student loan repayment.
They're not asking to cancel student debt. They just want the cheaper payments they were promised.The SAVE plan designed to lower student loan payments is blocked, leaving borrowers uneasy about their financial future.
A new court ruling leaves 8 million student-loan borrowers enrolled in Biden's repayment plan blocked from cheaper paymentsBiden's SAVE student-loan repayment plan is blocked, leaving millions of borrowers in limbo regarding payments and debt relief.
They're not asking to cancel student debt. They just want the cheaper payments they were promised.The SAVE plan designed to lower student loan payments is blocked, leaving borrowers uneasy about their financial future.
A new court ruling leaves 8 million student-loan borrowers enrolled in Biden's repayment plan blocked from cheaper paymentsBiden's SAVE student-loan repayment plan is blocked, leaving millions of borrowers in limbo regarding payments and debt relief.
How student loans impact workers' long-term career choicesStudent loan debt shapes career decisions and job satisfaction for many borrowers.
Warren, Markey join Senate Dems. to demand answers about Musk's Education Dept. accessMusk's team reportedly has access to sensitive federal student loan data, raising privacy concerns among lawmakers.
Here's What Experts Have To Say About Those Student Debt Cancellation RumorsFiling FERPA complaints is unlikely to clear student loan debts.
Warren, Markey join Senate Dems. to demand answers about Musk's Education Dept. accessMusk's team reportedly has access to sensitive federal student loan data, raising privacy concerns among lawmakers.
Here's What Experts Have To Say About Those Student Debt Cancellation RumorsFiling FERPA complaints is unlikely to clear student loan debts.
Federal Spending Freeze Does Not Apply to Student Loans and Pell GrantsFederal student loans and Pell grants will not be paused despite a broad federal spending memo.
Cash-out refi customers largely used proceeds to pay down debtStudent loan balances were less affected by refinancing, declining gradually rather than sharply unlike credit card and auto loan balances.
I can afford my daughter's college tuition, but I'm having her take out student loans. I want her to be financially independent.Deciding to not give her daughter the college fund aims to encourage financial independence through student loans.
Student loans, savings accounts, and goodbye to artificial red dyeThe Biden administration is implementing key policies before a critical deadline.
Graduates on the National Minimum Wage could be caught by the 'Student Tax' from April 2025 - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comGraduates earning minimum wage will likely begin student loan repayments in 2025, increasing their financial burden significantly.
Education Department fines Baker College $2.5 millionBaker College is fined $2.5 million for misleading marketing and recruiting practices.