Navigating the PAYE and ICR Option Due To the SAVE Lawsuit
December 20, 2024
On Wednesday, 12/18, the Department of Education (DOE) announced the ability to enroll in two previously closed IDR methods: Pay As You Earn (PAYE) and
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2024 Election Impact on Higher Ed
November 17, 2024
The 2024 election results are in, and higher education will likely change in the coming years. The question is how fast and to what extent.
Importance of Your Student Loan Structure
November 16, 2024
Students and parents often spend countless hours researching colleges, searching for scholarships, and trying to uncover the “WHAT” or the total cost of attending college.
FAFSA 2025-26 Status and Update
November 16, 2024
The Department of Education (DOE) announced this week that the beta testing is going well and that they have not seen any major errors that
SAVE Borrowers May Have an Option to Earn PSLF Credits
November 15, 2024
On Friday, November 15, 2024, the Biden Administration and the Department of Education (DOE) proposed a temporary option for borrowers affected by the SAVE injunction.
Parent PLUS Loan Double Consolidation Is Expiring
November 1, 2024
If you are a parent with Federal Direct Parent PLUS loans, you should be aware of an upcoming deadline. The program called the Double Consolidation for
Save Repayment Update
October 27, 2024
On October 24, the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals heard an argument related to the current SAVE Repayment halt. This halt started in late
FAFSA Launch Timetable for 2024
September 21, 2024
As students, parents, and colleges anticipate the upcoming financial aid season, many hope not to repeat the same FAFSA season as last year. It was full of
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
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
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