A new report issued by a borrower advocacy organization is shining a critical light on state-based student loans. These loans, the group argues, are the worst of the worst. But this category of

Student loans currently account for over $1.7 trillion of the debt in the United States. As more and more students are graduating with debt each year, we're seeing the effects of high student

As part of our series on introducing members of the Student Loan Planner® team, I want to introduce Meagan McGuire. McGuire is a Senior Student Loan Advisor at Student Loan Planner® and has

If you’re eligible for AARP and owe more than $100,000 in student debt, how in the world are you supposed to enjoy a secure retirement? While the student loan crisis has hit the

Wondering how long it takes to refinance a student loan? Review the student loan refinance timeline, what can affect processing time, and how to prepare. The post How Long Does It Take to

Student loan forgiveness can eliminate a substantial balance, but it might also create an unexpected tax bill. The temporary federal tax exemption created by the American Rescue Plan Act expired December 31, 2025.

Missouri Higher Education Loan Authority (MOHELA) is one of a handful of federal student loan servicers that manages the $1.7 trillion federal student loan debt portfolio. It's possible that you've already interacted with

When weighing your options for college living arrangements, you might be wondering, “Can I use student loans for off-campus housing?” You can use federal and private student loans for housing, regardless of whether

Law enforcement officers at the local, state, tribal and federal level commit to serving in capacities that most of the public will never fully comprehend. Considering the risk and trauma that most officers encounter,

Borrowers hoping to have their student loans forgiven under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program are facing a growing pile of barriers that may make it harder to get relief. And things