Student Loan On-Ramp Program Is Ending: What You Need to Know
September 17, 2024
The government Student Loan On-Ramp program is ending on September 30th. This was part of the COVID National Forbearance and the Student Loan Repayment Restart.
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Student Loan Repayment and Forgiveness Confusion: What You Need to Know
August 27, 2024
Over the past 18 months, a series of changes have been made to the student loan repayment and forgiveness programs. Some of these changes were
Parents Paying for College New Dilemma
July 1, 2024
Many parents of college-bound students are facing college tuition payments and student loan decisions in the coming months. This year’s process will see significant changes
Save Repayment Plan is Halted
June 26, 2024
On Monday, 6/24/24, two different federal judges halted the second rollout phase of the SAVE repayment method. The second phase was to be implemented on
IDR One-Time Adjustment Deadline Extended until June 30th, 2024
May 16, 2024
The Department of Education (DOE) announced on May 15, 2024, that it will extend the consolidation process for the IDR One-time Adjustment program. The program’s
Federal Student Loan Interest Rate for 2024-25
May 9, 2024
The Federal government has determined the Federal Direct Student Loan interest rates for the school year 2024-25, and they will be higher. This will be
PSLF Servicing Advice is Being Centralized At FSA
April 5, 2024
The Department of Education (DOE) announced that PSLF Servicing Advice is being centralized at the FSA (Federal Student Aid) office through the StudentAid.gov website. The
More FAFSA Issues That May Delay Award Letters
April 5, 2024
On Monday, the Department of Education (DOE) announced more FAFSA issues that may delay award letters for this year’s entering college students. In addition to
Student Loan Repayment
Navigating the New Rules: PayForEd’s Student Loan Repayer Just Got a Major Upgrade
The student loan landscape just changed dramatically and we built the tool to help you stay ahead of it. The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB)
June 13, 2026
Paying For College
Fred Amrein Appears on Money Tree Podcast
Fred Amrein recently had the pleasure of joining the Money Tree Investing Podcast to discuss one of the most significant shifts in college financing in
June 13, 2026
Paying For College
This Year’s College Decision Process Is Changing Significantly Due To New Federal Student Loan Limits.
March Madness is not just an NCAA basketball tournament; it’s also the start of the college acceptance process. During this same period, colleges issue acceptance
March 21, 2026
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
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