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
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
Paying For College
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
Paying For College
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
Student Loans
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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