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How Long it Actually Takes to Pay Off Student Loans
How long does it actually take to pay off student loans? For many, it takes as long as two decades.
By Erin Bendig • Published
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Can You Opt Out of Student Loan Forgiveness?
A lawsuit initially caused the Department of Education to say that borrowers could opt out of President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan. But will it matter after the Supreme Court weighs in?
By Kelley R. Taylor • Last updated
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Student Loan Forgiveness Blocked For Now Due to Court Rulings
Biden's student loan debt forgiveness program is on hold until the U.S. Supreme Court weighs in.
By Kelley R. Taylor • Published
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Some States Could Tax Student Loan Forgiveness
taxes You probably won’t pay federal income taxes on forgiven student loan debt, but there are some states that will or could tax your student loan forgiveness.
By Kelley R. Taylor • Last updated
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Student Loan Refunds Are Real, But You Might Not Be Eligible
student loans Since President Biden announced student loan debt relief, there has been a lot of talk about student loan refunds, which surprisingly have been around for a little while.
By Kelley R. Taylor • Last updated
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Up to $20,000 in Student Loan Cancellation is Here: But Will it Hurt Your Taxes?
taxes President Biden extended the student loan payment pause and announced up to $20,000 in student loan debt cancellation for some borrowers—plus there’s some good tax news.
By Kelley R. Taylor • Published
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Student Loans and Taxes: Some Basics to Know
taxes Payments for student loans are on pause and student loan cancellation is being decided by the Supreme Court—but there are other things to know about student loans and taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor • Published
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2021 Tax Returns: What's New on the 1040 Form This Year
tax filing If you're a last-minute filer, familiarize yourself with potential changes for your 2021 tax return before tackling your 1040.
By Rocky Mengle • Published
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The Return of Student Loan Payments
Paying for College A pandemic reprieve on student loan payments ends in January. If you still need financial help, there are steps you can take.
By Emma Patch • Published