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,
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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
Top 5 Challenges Student Loan Borrowers Face With Loan Servicers
October 17, 2023
Are you a student loan borrower feeling overwhelmed and frustrated by the challenges of dealing with loan servicers? You’re not alone. Many borrowers need help
The Importance and Implications of the New FSA ID Requirement for FAFSA
October 17, 2023
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a crucial step for students seeking financial assistance for their education. However, this year, there is
FAFSA Changes for 2024-25
September 24, 2023
Applying for financial aid can be daunting, especially when filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). But this year, things are changing.
Completing the FAFSA
September 22, 2023
Fall is here, and that means it is also FAFSA time for college. This year’s FAFSA submission will again be available on October 1, 2025,
Student Loan Repayment Bootcamp
September 21, 2023
Student loan repayment resumed on October 1st. We are just beginning to see the confusion with borrowers needing advice to begin this process. In addition
Paying For College
College Funding Decision Advice: Who Should I Trust Now That Rules Have Changed Under the OBBB?
If you’re the parent of a college-bound teenager, you already know the admissions process is stressful. What many families don’t realize until it’s too late
September 20, 2026
Financial Aid
Student Aid Index: Your Ultimate Guide to Maximizing Financial Aid
Navigating the student financial aid process can feel overwhelming, with countless options, forms, and unfamiliar terminology to navigate. To simplify this process, the PayForEd SAI
September 19, 2026
Financial Aid
Creating an FSA ID
Before starting the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), students and contributing parents must create an FSA ID. The FAFSA application becomes available each
September 19, 2026
Paying For College
10 Reasons to fill out the FAFSA
As the college application and financial aid season approaches, more families are concerned about how they will pay for their child’s education. Filling out the
September 16, 2026
Financial Aid
10 Most Common FAFSA Errors and Issues
As FAFSA season approaches, families nationwide will begin the financial aid application process. While completing the FAFSA may seem straightforward, even small errors can have
September 16, 2026
Financial Aid
SAI Calculator – Learn how to use an SAI Calculator
Why should a family learn how to use a Student Aid Index or SAI Calculator? On October 1, 2026, the 2027-2028 Free Application for Federal
September 15, 2026
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