Student loans have hit crisis levels in the United States and they’re causing big problems for millions of Americans who borrowed to fund their education.
People often wind up with more debt than most entry-level salaries can afford to pay back. While higher education may increase your lifetime earnings, it leaves you in a hole with debt at the start of your career.
Debt.com strives to provide educational resources to understand how student loans work. We compare options and get expert advice to help you eliminate your debts as quickly as possible.
Browse by Tags
The Empire State forks out more money per student than any other in the U.S., but that’s not necessarily paying for the best.
College is supposed to be a stepping stone to a better career and a bigger salary. But it’s also notorious for creating debt that can be almost impossible to eliminate.…
Student loans keep borrowers from pursuing major life and financial goals, says survey.
New research shows borrowers weren’t prepared to resume repayments next month.
Forget about the culture wars – the House passed a bill about your retirement and Biden is talking about your student loans.
Financial missteps in your 20s can make going bald or wearing mom jeans the least of your worries later.
Income share agreements (ISAs) are touted as a smart alternative to student loans. But you’re still borrowing money to pay for school and it could end up costing more. Learn…
More than 15% of surveyed adults said student loans were the No. 1 reason they went into debt. If you have a student loan debt that seems insurmountable and you’re…
A reader got denied for a personal loan, and wonders if there’s anything he can do before he graduates.
60 Minutes may have grabbed the headlines LAST week, but the problems certainly aren’t new. Neither are the solutions.
The federal government recently announced a one-year delay in the FAFSA Simplification Act. Here’s why that matters.
A father wants to get rid of his children’s student loans, but his plan might cause more problems than it solves.
A reader worries his state and local pensions will be garnished if he can’t keep up with his federal student loan payments.
After the pandemic, student loan borrowers are facing unprecedented issues. We talked to 10 student loan experts about the best course of action.
There’s more rumor than news right now, but here’s what Biden can legally do and what he can’t – and maybe shouldn’t.