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The College Investor
22.05.2025
House Republicans renamed the MAGA Account as the Trump Account in a last-minute budget bill change.
Some borrowers report the PAYE plan is missing from some IDR applications on StudentAid.gov, sparking confusion and concern.
The Senate passed the No Tax on Tips Act, allowing workers to deduct up to $25K in reported tips from income taxes.
A new survey finds financial aid offices are facing delays and poor support from the Department of Education after major staff cuts.
Student loan servicers are triaging IDR applications and moving forward with cases not affected by court rulings.
20.05.2025
Breaking down what types of payments are eligible for PSLF and buyback, including which periods of deferment and forbearance, and what steps you need to take.
Pell Grant limits vary by income, family size, and state. Here’s how to check yours.
19.05.2025
Congress fails on the first round to pass student loan reform bill as SAVE errors and IDR backlog create more confusion.
18.05.2025
SAVE plan borrowers are getting false alerts that their loan payments are restarting. Here’s what’s really going on.
17.05.2025
MAGA accounts are proposed child savings plans with limited tax perks. Here’s how they compare to 529s.
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Student loan borrowers who find themselves incarcerated or in jail for extended periods have some options for assistance.
16.05.2025
When it comes to emergency funds, there is so much conflicting advice. So how much do you really need for your rainy-day fund?
The Department of Education says nearly 2 million IDR applications and 49,000 PSLF buyback requests are still unprocessed, with no firm timeline in place.
15.05.2025
PAYE and ICR forgiveness is on hold, but PSLF remains available. Here's why you likely shouldn't leave the PAYE or ICR student loan plans right now.
Breaking down the House Ways and Means Committee Budget Reconciliation Bill, as it relates to higher education, student loans, and education tax benefits.
14.05.2025
If you're living in a dorm or on-campus this fall, you need to understand what could happen, how much it could cost, and how to protect yourself.
Student loan delinquency jumps as payments resume in 2025, hitting 13.7% of borrowers, with the South and older borrowers most affected.
13.05.2025
Wondering what are qualified expenses for a 529 plan? Here's exactly what can and can't be covered by your 529 college savings plan.
PSLF borrowers may see a green banner at 120 payments. Here’s what it means and how to know when loans are officially forgiven.
The IRS requires Solo 401k plan owners with more than $250,000 in their plan to file a Form 5500-EZ every year. Here's how to fill it out.
12.05.2025
IDR plans can result in lower student loan payments, but there are ways to decrease the student loan payments even further. Learn more.
11.05.2025
House tax bill would extend 529 ABLE account perks for savers with disabilities, allowing more flexibility.
10.05.2025
Amex drops its savings rate to 3.60%. Many online banks trail the top rates by 1% or more. Here’s where to earn more on your cash.
Proposed GOP House tax bill extends tax-free loan forgiveness only for death and disability, leaving out other student loan forgiveness programs.
09.05.2025
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90% of grads say college was positive, but only 70% feel it was worth the cost.
08.05.2025
The Department of Education resumes collections on defaulted student loans, affecting 195,000 borrowers facing benefit seizures starting in June.
Collections resumed this month, hitting 9 million borrowers in default or delinquency. Here's why 2025 could make the student loan crisis worse.
07.05.2025
It’s rare, but students can sometimes appeal for more aid after May 1. Here’s what you need to know.
06.05.2025
Millions of borrowers could face higher student loan payments or longer terms under a new GOP proposal.
Lawmakers propose expanding Pell Grant use and tax credit eligibility.
04.05.2025
Doctors in training could lose PSLF credit under a Republican student loan bill that targets medical residency.
Warren Buffett says he'll retire as Berkshire Hathaway CEO at the end of 2025. Greg Abel will take over.
03.05.2025
Zelle and direct deposit down? A massive technology outage is affecting online banking systems nationwide.
02.05.2025
We break down the best student loans and best ways to pay for graduate school - so you can know what your options are to make it affordable.
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IRS raises 2026 HSA contribution limits to $4,400 for individuals and $8,750 for families.
The GOP’s proposed Pell rule would cut aid for students with higher Student Aid Index scores, even if their income is under the poverty threshold.