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Student Loan Consolidation News

Congress works to keep student-loan pipeline flowing

Sunday May 4, 2008

Many college students are being affected by the credit crunch. This MarketWatch article reports that Congress is working to help students whose loans are cut and whose families have mortgage problems. Let's just hope the help comes soon enough.

No Worry About Getting Student Loans

Sunday Feb 24, 2008

Students, if you think you're loans are at risk because of the downturned economy, relax, have a drink. This brief article covers why federal student loans are in the clear.  

Consolidating Private Student Loans

Wednesday Jul 18, 2007

Private loans aren't eligible for the federal loan-consolidation program, which offer lower fixed rates. Still, there may be some benefits to consolidating.

Students Face Flood of Refinancing Offers

Thursday Jun 15, 2006

With interest rates on student loans set to rise July 1, lenders are inundating people paying down college debt with a confusing array of aggressive pitches to refinance.

The Hazards of Post-College Life

Wednesday Dec 7, 2005

Kids are graduating college loaded with debt and then are exhorted to buy a house, build up a rainy-day fund and save for retirement. Jonathan Clements offers some ways for recent college graduates to get their finances on track.

Options for Repaying Student Loans

Wednesday Nov 30, 2005

Many of last spring's college graduates will soon be facing an important decision: how to repay their student loans.

Consolidating Student Loans at a Discount

Wednesday Jun 2, 2004

Demand for loan-consolidation services are likely to rise next month as rates on certain federal student loans fall. Lenders offer varying discounts, making it important to shop around.

Timing Is Prime for Student-Loan Consolidation

Thursday May 27, 2004

The Wall Street Journal explains how to consolidate student loans the most efficient and effective way.

Nursing a Debt Hangover From College

Sunday Apr 25, 2004

Many grads emerge from college with more debt than their yearly salary. Here are some strategies to get debt organized and make it less burdensome.

Be Wary of Spousal Student Loans

Sunday Mar 21, 2004

As prevailing interest rates have plunged in recent years, a lot of 20-something borrowers have rushed to restructure their student loans to get a better deal.

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