Articles by Rebecca Safier
$10,000 in Student Loan Forgiveness Could Cancel Federal Debt for 1 in 3 Borrowers
June 7, 2022
The White House says there’s no final decision on student loan cancellation, despite a report from the Washington Post that the Biden administration is set... read more
Federal Student Loan Borrowers Will Save Average of $6,949 During Moratorium — Including $834 Amid Latest Extension
April 6, 2022
While the coronavirus pandemic has posed financial challenges for many over the past nearly two years, student loan borrowers have enjoyed some relief in this... read more
Personal Loans vs. Payday Loans: What’s the Difference?
February 28, 2022
When you take out a personal loan, you typically borrow between $1,000 and $50,000 and pay it off in installments over several years. Payday loans,... read more
How to Get Out of Debt on a Low Income
February 28, 2022
Figuring out how to get out of debt on a low income is no easy feat. While some financial “gurus” tell you to cut back... read more
Can I Use My IRA to Pay Off Student Loans?
February 28, 2022
If you’re facing a burdensome amount of student debt, you might be considering withdrawing from your retirement savings to pay off your loans. While you... read more