Disreputable debt-relief companies exploit the headlines and confusion about government programs to victimize consumers struggling with their debts, including student loans. In just the past two years ...

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Trump's Department of Education said it plans to remove the partial financial hardship requirement to enroll in income-based ...

Trump gave defaulted student-loan borrowers a major break on wage garnishment and tax refund seizure. Still, thousands are ...

Many borrowers who were told their loans would be automatically discharged still appear to have balances on their accounts.

Changes to federal student loans expected to affect millions of borrowers took effect at the start of July. A part of ...

The Fresh Start Program can move your loans out of default and help you qualify for forgiveness options -- but you have to apply by Sep. 30. Rebecca Safier Contributor Rebecca Safier is a personal ...

Many changes to the federal student loan system will take effect following President Trump’s signing of the “One Big ...

Thousands of borrowers received emails this week notifying them that their student loans will be discharged under the Sweet v. McMahon settlement agreement.

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U.S. household debt hit a record $18.8 trillion in 2025, according to the New York Fed, fueld by increases in mortgage, ...