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First-Time Home Buyer Programs

Buying a home can feel out of reach for many, but with these state and federal first-time home buyer programs,...

How Student Loans Affect Your Taxes

You can deduct up to $2,500 in interest paid on qualifying student loans each year when you file your taxes....

Employer Student Loan Repayment Benefits

Many employers offer student loan repayment assistance. When employers provide this assistance, their contributions are generally taxable. These contributions can...

Student Loan Repayment: Best Plans & Other Resources

Federal student loan repayment programs offer the most options, but there are possibilities for private student loan repayment too.

Should I Refinance My Student Loans? How to Decide

If you are eligible for a lower interest rate than what you are currently paying on your student loans, refinancing...

Data From Nearly 10,000 Student Loan Borrowers Reveals 16% Will Have Debt-to-Income Ratio Above 20% at Graduation

Using exclusive applicant data provided by student loan lender Funding U, LendEDU found that a solid proportion of student loan...

Student Loan Policies

Student loan policies have garnered more attention in recent years, as Congress tries to make managing education debt less burdensome...

Best Jumbo Mortgage Lenders

A jumbo loan is a large mortgage loan for a home that costs more than the conforming loan limit. The...

Best VA Lenders: 0% Down Payments for Veterans

If you qualify for the VA loan assistance program, you can get a mortgage with no money down from a...

Recession Fears Loom for Many Americans, 42% Plan to Reduce Spending

Key Takeaways: 42% of respondents are planning to spend less and save more due to recession fears 32% of respondents...