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Make sure to choose the right type of student loan for your needs.
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Paying for college is a challenge for many students, but student loans can help.
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Here’s how to be prepared when it comes time to fill out your FAFSA form.

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Even if you don’t qualify for forbearance, there are ways to make payments easier.
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Single parents going to college have different needs than traditional students.
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Keep these things in mind before refinancing your student loans.
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Roughly 9 million adults age 50 and older are still actively paying off federal student loan debt.
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Although we’re not technically in a recession yet, it’s always best to be prepared.
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If you took out a student loan before 2010, you may have a FFELP student loan.
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Shopping online and timed purchases could help you save on college essentials.
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Most student loans have simple interest. Here’s how to calculate it.
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