IRS Data Integration with Student Loan Repayment Systems and FAFSA
February 26, 2024
Many people need to realize how important this year’s tax filing decision is with the new IRS data integration and the Department of Education’s (DOE)
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FAFSA Problems Will Delay Financial Award Letters
January 31, 2024
On January 30, 2024, the Department of Education (DOE) announced that colleges will receive the students’ FAFSA information in mid-March. The last DOE update stated
FAFSA Submission Issues
January 21, 2024
The new FAFSA Submission issues are causing some frustration for students, parents, and college financial aid offices. The anticipation of the new FAFSA launch by
College Students setting New Year Resolutions
January 5, 2024
As we start 2025, many of us form new resolutions, hoping to improve ourselves and our lives. Most of these resolutions focus on improving an
Update on FAFSA Soft Launch
December 29, 2023
This blog post is a follow-up to our previous detailed article, “FAFSA will be Available 12/31 with some Caveats“. As stated, students and families can
IDR One-Time Adjustment and Forgiveness Program Extended
December 29, 2023
The Department of Education (DOE) announced that the IDR One-Time Adjustment Program was extended through April 30, 2024. It was to expire on December 31,
FAFSA Will Be Available By 12/31 With Some Caveats
November 19, 2023
On Wednesday, November 15th, the Department of Education (DOE) announced that the FAFSA will be available by 12/31/2023. It finally gave us a firm date.
The SAVE Loan Repayment Loophole: Enrolling in SAVE While in School
November 15, 2023
The new student loan repayment method called SAVE has an interesting loophole for current graduate and professional school students. Under the SAVE, unpaid interest is
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PayForED Webinar: OBBB Legacy Planning & 2025 Tax Filing Decisions
The OBBB deadlines are approaching—and legacy borrowers need to act now. Join our upcoming webinar to understand how 2025 tax filing decisions, IDR recertification timing,
January 25, 2026
Paying For College
Preparing for the OBBB Changes to Higher Ed: How New Federal Student Loan Rules Will Transform College Funding
The higher education landscape is about to experience its most dramatic transformation in over two decades. The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) represents a seismic shift
January 24, 2026
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Year End College Funding and Student Loan Planning Tips
As 2025 comes to an end, many people begin setting goals for the New Year. It’s a busy season, but it’s also the ideal time
December 21, 2025
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Common Mistakes Parents Make In Their College Funding Plan
December is a busy time, but for families with college-bound students, it can be especially stressful. Conversations at holiday gatherings often revolve around college choices,
December 14, 2025
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College Fundings Biggest Change in 25 Years That No One is Talking About
In the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), there are many changes directed at college affordability and student loan repayment. The item I will be discussing
November 23, 2025
Paying For College
How Families Can Use Thanksgiving Break to Talk About Paying for College
Thanksgiving is more than a time for turkey and football—it’s also one of the few times families slow down and gather together. It is a
November 23, 2025
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