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How Much You Should Borrow for Grad School is Totally Different Now
Episode 424
Graduate and professional school just got a lot trickier to finance. With the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act slashing federal loan limits in 2026,…
2 months ago
Borrower Defense, PSLF Buyback, and IDR Recertification Chaos
Episode 423
We're bringing you a grab-bag of student loan updates you need to know about. Borrower defense letters are finally going out, long-term forgiveness i…
2 months, 1 week ago
Domino Effect From SAVE Settlement
Episode 422
The SAVE plan lawsuit settlement just kicked off a seismic shift in federal student loan repayment, and it's not just about picking a new plan. Find …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
How to Pay Student Loans During the Next Recession
Episode 421
The next recession isn't a question of "if," it's a question of "when." Whether you're holding federal loans, private refinanced debt, or a mix of bo…
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Is Student Loan Forgiveness Dead?
Episode 420
Figuring out how to pay for grad school is about to get a lot trickier—and the fate of student loan forgiveness hangs in the balance. We break down w…
3 months ago
IDR Recertification Backlogs, Glitches, and Scary Letters
Episode 419
If you've been coasting since COVID without recertifying your income-driven repayment plan, that grace period is officially over. We break down what …
3 months, 1 week ago
Why PSLF Could Die By the Mid-2030s
Episode 418
The One Big Beautiful Bill didn't kill PSLF outright, but once you run the numbers on the new borrowing limits and the Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Tax Extensions Can Lower Your Student Loan Payments
Episode 417
Timing your tax filing can mean serious savings on your monthly payments, especially if you're on an income-driven repayment (IDR) plan and aiming fo…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
PSLF Chaos, Consolidation Deadlines, and Parent PLUS Landmines
Episode 416
Things are not "calm and predictable" in student loan land right now. Hear real stories from recent consultations and learn what actions matter most …
3 months, 4 weeks ago
Tax Season Student Loan Tips & Big Mistakes We See
Episode 415
If your student loan payment is tied to your income, your tax return isn't just paperwork — it's part of your repayment strategy. Listen to a live ta…
4 months, 1 week ago