What is the FAFSA?
September 16, 2022
What is the FAFSA? Many parents of college-bound students feel anxious when completing financial aid forms, specifically the FAFSA. The Free Application for Federal Student
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New Student Loan Repayment Training Program with FINRA Listed Designation
August 14, 2022
PayForED has added a new student loan repayment advisor training program. It is a FINRA-listed designation and explicitly focuses on student loan repayment and forgiveness.
New Student Loan Relief Proposal by the Department of Education
July 8, 2022
The Department of Education released its new Student Loan Relief Proposal on July 6, 2022. These proposals are the latest action of the Department of
PSLF Limited Waiver Borrowers Have Averaged over $120,000 in Student Loan Forgiveness
March 27, 2022
We are in the early stages of the PSLF Limited Waiver which is estimated to help over 550,000 federal student loan borrowers qualify for Public
New IDR Recertification Dates Due to COVID Extensions
March 19, 2022
The multiple extensions of the Student Loan National Forbearance has been a great benefit for many borrowers. As the expected 5/1 restart is approaching, borrowers
Avoid Forfeiting PSLF Credits
February 20, 2022
During the COVID National Forbearance, employees of certain non-profits and government agencies have been earning Public Service Loan (PSLF) credit months. For some employees that
This Year’s Tax Return is Critical to Student Loan Repayment Restart
January 23, 2022
The recent student loan repayment extension is now set to begin on May 1st and borrowers should begin to properly plan for this repayment restart.
Student Success with PayForED’s Student Time Management Planner
January 3, 2022
Finding both cost-saving strategies and a way to navigate college is critical for students trying to graduate on time. It is especially important to the
Paying For College
Top Six Items to Consider when Comparing Award Letters
This year’s college-bound seniors and their families should be comparing their award letters shortly. To help you better understand the college affordability factors, PayForED has
March 21, 2026
Paying For College
Financial Aid Appeal Letter
Following the elimination of the Department of Education (DOE), students and parents should expect further changes to the current process. Last year, we had an
March 21, 2026
Paying For College
Types of Loans Available in the Financial Aid Award Letter
Over 70% of families finance a portion of their children’s education, and many families need help understanding the long-term consequences of borrowing loans to pay
March 21, 2026
Paying For College
Financial Aid Award Letter: What is the difference between a Scholarship and Grant
College Acceptance letters and financial awards are being issued as you read this article. Most schools will issue them by 4/1 for college-bound students. The
March 21, 2026
Student Loan Repayment
Your Tax Filing Decision Impacts Your Student Loan Repayment: The New Hidden Connection
Tax season is here, and the 2025 tax filing decision will be critical for federal student loan borrowers. Currently, over 62% of student loan borrowers
February 23, 2026
Student Loan Repayment
Parent PLUS Borrowers Deadline of April 1: To Preserve Your Repayment Options
Beginning June 30, 2026, the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) will reshape and impact key aspects of Higher Education, including how students borrow and pay
February 22, 2026
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