Articles by Jill A. Chafin
Best Equipment Financing for Bad Credit
September 25, 2023
Many online lenders offer equipment financing for bad credit borrowers. However, beware of no-credit-check equipment financing since some predatory lenders can try to exploit your... read more
Parent PLUS Loan Deferment, Forbearance and Other Repayment Options
September 22, 2023
If you borrowed parent PLUS loans to support your child’s education, you have several options for managing payments. A parent PLUS loan deferment or forbearance... read more
Parent PLUS Loans: Complete Guide
September 22, 2023
A parent PLUS loan can help cover any remaining financial gaps not covered by your child’s financial aid package. The government offers parent PLUS loans... read more
Should You Consolidate Student Loans for PSLF?
September 22, 2023
Consolidating your federal student loans can simplify your payments, and in some cases, can help with eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and income-driven... read more
What Is a Graduated Repayment Plan?
September 22, 2023
The graduated repayment plan starts with lower payments and increases every two years. You will have 10 years to repay federal student loans on the... read more