Paying for College Using Private Loans
July 28, 2020
Paying for college and calculating future debt can be stressful. Find out if getting a private loan is right for you.
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PayForED Top 10 College Affordability List Building Factors
July 27, 2020
College Affordability has become a vital piece of the college decision for many families. Finding the right fit college that incorporates all the college-bound student’s
PayForED Participates In Social Innovation Symposium on Poverty and Education Solutions
June 30, 2020
The Social Innovation Institute hosted a symposium addressing poverty and how local companies are providing innovative solutions to solving this problem. PayForED’s founder, Fred Amrein
COVID 19 Scam Targets College Students
May 28, 2020
The Federal Trade Commission issued a warning yesterday that there is a COVID 19 Scam targeting college student. The fraudsters are misrepresenting themselves as employees
Steps to Manage the Virtual College Tours and Build the College List
May 25, 2020
The upcoming high school senior class will have a different experience building their college list. Due to the COVID 19 virus, the typical college campus
COVID 19 Will Accelerate College Education Changes
May 25, 2020
For most individuals, the investment in a college education provides a better quality of life. Potential for higher income, better health, and job security are
Federal Student Loan Interest Rate for 2020-21
May 14, 2020
The Federal Direct Student Loan interest rates for the school year 2020-2021 have been determined by the government and there will be a significant decrease. Cheers all
IDR Re-certification and Cares Act Update
April 17, 2020
One of the open issues not initially addressed in the CARES Act was the Income Drive Repayment (IDR) Recertification process. Based on my conversations with
Financial Aid
Student Aid Index (SAI) Calculation
The financial aid process can be complex, but understanding your Student Aid Index (SAI) is an important first step in determining how your family may
September 15, 2026
Student Loan Repayment
Navigating Your SAVE Repayment Options
If you’re one of the millions of borrowers who enrolled in the SAVE plan, you’re now facing a decision you didn’t ask for. SAVE borrowers
August 23, 2026
Paying For College
The New $92,000 Federal Loan Limit Impact on Building Your College List
The high school senior class of 2027 is the second class needing to navigate college financing under the new federal loan limits created by the
August 23, 2026
Paying For College
5 Steps in Paying the College Tuition Bill
Your child’s college bill has arrived. Before you click “Pay,” take a moment to pause. For many families, this is the first time the cost
July 25, 2026
Paying For College
10 Tips for Paying for College and Avoiding Excessive Debt (OBBB Updated)
The 2026-27 college bills are arriving, and for many families, paying for college has become more challenging than ever. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act
July 25, 2026
Student Loans
Paying for College: Parent Plus or Private Student Loans
With the first tuition bill due, many parents face a key question: should they fund their child’s education with a Direct Federal Parent PLUS Loan
July 25, 2026
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