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

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

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 ...

Student loan debt will soon be a thing of the past for millions of Americans. President Joe Biden announced that up to ...

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

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In addition to helping borrowers by reorganizing their debts, debt relief can also benefit creditors, as it allows them to ...

Debt relief promises a fresh start, but the fine print actually determines how much debt disappears in the process.