PayForED 2.0 Announces the Launch
March 21, 2020
We are so excited to be announcing our first major release of 2020 – PayForED 2.0 software launch. After a lengthy reevaluation phase, incorporating valuable
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How does a high school senior decide on a college when college campuses are closed due to the coronavirus?
March 20, 2020
Access to college campus visits is now limited and many high school seniors may have been counting on this to make their decision. The reality
College Access Could Change Forever
February 28, 2020
In the last few months, three specific events have been discussed and appeared in the news. These events could influence college admissions and impact college
The Secure Act Key Changes
January 31, 2020
The Secure Act is short for “Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement” and was signed by President Trump on December 20, 2019. It became
5 Reasons PayForED’s College Planning Software Can Save Time & Money
December 14, 2019
Trying to develop a college list and evaluate the net cost of each institution can be both time consuming and frustrating. Typically, families will need
Navigating Financial Aid & Student Debt in Divorce
December 9, 2019
I was asked the other day, “Is there really a student debt crisis, or is it a small number of recent grads complaining about their
Do college students understand their student loans?
November 23, 2019
I recently saw an interesting T-shirt that stated “Best 5 Years of My Life”. On the other side of the shirt was the name of
Employee Financial Wellness Should Include Student Loan Assistance
November 23, 2019
As student debt continues to increase, more employers are beginning to include student loan assistance as a financial wellness benefit in the workplace. Current solutions
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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