student loans

Biden's New Move: Up to $20,000 in Student Loan Interest Wiped Clean

The announcement of a new plan aiming to erase up to $20,000 in interest for countless borrowers has set the stage for what could be a significant shift in the financial futures of many. This move, part of Biden's broader strategy to tackle the student debt crisis, promises to "cancel runaway interest" on loans, potentially benefiting up to 25 million individuals.

Tick-Tock: Deadline for Student Loan Forgiveness Looms is April 30

In the grand tapestry of adulting, managing student loans often feels like navigating a labyrinth designed by someone with a particularly wicked sense of humor. But here's a beacon of hope: The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has thrown a lifeline to borrowers. The catch? You've got to act fast-by April 30, to be precise.

Personal Loans Demystified: Your Guide to Borrowing Smart

Strategies, loopholes, and hidden gems - oh my!

Debt-Ridden States: The Heaviest Student Loan Burdens in the Nation

According to a recent research, Maryland has the highest average student loan debt per borrower-more than $40,000-of any state.

Researchers Find Optimal Way To Pay Off Student Loans

After graduating or leaving college, many students face a difficult choice: Try to pay off their student loans as fast as possible to save on interest, or enroll in an income-based repayment plan, which offers affordable payments based on their income and forgives any balance remaining after 20 or 25 years.

Did the Stimulus Package Drops Student Loan? What to Do Before Forbearance Ends

Did Stimulus Package Drops Student Loan? What to Do Before Forbearance Ends

Here are the things you should be prepared for when the student loan forbearance ends.

What Happens To Student Loans When the Fed Raises Rates

The Federal Reserve increase in interest rates will not have any dramatic changes on student loans interest rates, but it depends on the market benchmark rate.

US consumer credit growth below forecast in October

The consumer spending slowed down in October. The latest data from the US Federal Reserve indicated the cautious approach of American consumers ahead of major shopping season in the country. The consumer spending rose $15.98 billion to $3.5 trillion in October as against $38.5 billion growth registered in September. The auto and student loans propelled the consumer growth in October.

Student loans eligibility restricted to those who can borrow for higher education

The surging number of student loan delinquincies has raised a debate whther to underwrite student loan policies or not.

Three Steps to Take at the End of your Student Loan Grace Period

Students need to make full use of their grace period for proper debt planning to make sure they will be ready when the payment time comes.

How to Properly Handle Student Loans

What students can do to prevent student loans from taking control of their finances

What the 2016 presidential candidates have to say about student loans

See what the big names in race for the White House have to say about student loans. As of now, the total amount of student loan debt for Americans has risen to a combined amount of $1.3 trillion, and many citizens are now calling for the system to be overhauled, according to Forbes.

Survey Says: Canadian students are worried over debt and getting a job

A CIBC poll suggests that majority of students' concerns this coming school year includes not being able to repay student-related debts and uncertainty of landing a good job that pays well.

Citibank Under Investigation: CFPB Probes Student Loan Services

Citibank admits being under investigation for student loan practices. CFPB refuses to comment regarding the investigation.

University of Phoenix under FTC scrutiny for possible unfair business practices

After 4 years of GI Bill, the Federal Trade Commission is investigating University of Phoenix for possible deceptive and unfair business practices involving military veteran students.

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