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All Things Student Loans

Taking out your first loan? Paying your last bill? Either way, come share what you know...

Taking out a loan for college can be a scary thing. The thought of falling deep into debt gives many potential students anxiety over continuing their education. But, with the right information student loans can be found, managed, and paid off with complete confidence.

This is a group for those of us taking out, or paying off, our student loans. Feel free to share any information you wished you'd known when taking out your first loan.

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Tag(s):: Education, Student Loans, Paying for College
Created:: 10 months ago

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What is your student loan debt?

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What percentage of students do you think win private scholarships?

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Currently you can deduct up to $2,500 in student loan interest. How much should you be able to deduct?

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