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Student Loan Repayment

   

Nobody talk about student loan repayment. Which is why we do.

It’s important to understand the terms and conditions of your student loan. The more you know, the easier it is to avoid pitfalls that can lead to default.

We’ll help you explore all available student loan repayment options so you can choose the best repayment strategy based on your goals and circumstances.

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Tips for Repaying Student Loans
Develop an Effective Repayment Strategy
Planning
Who do I repay? When do I begin repayment? How long do I have to repay? How Much do I repay?
Options
Repayment options that can improve your ability to repay student loans. Repayment plans tailored for your loans.
Default
Reported instances of delinquency and default can remain on your credit report for a minimum of seven years.
Problems

If you have problems making payments you should immediately contact the holder or servicer of your loan.

Deferments &
Forbearance
Federal student loan deferment is a time during which you can postpone your federal student loan payments
Learn More
Download our repayment booklet to learn more. For loans serviced by The Student Loan People, visit their Web site.

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