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CFPB | Learning about Student Loans

Betsalel CohenFebruary 14, 2012

The CFPB and Student Loans | The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is helping educate the public about student loans. That includes a prototype form for...

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Payment Applied to the Wrong Account

Mark CappelJanuary 11, 2012

I have 2 loans through the same company. Im trying to pay off one and file bankruptcy for the other but the creditor made a payment to the wrong account and now

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Private Student Loan Settlement

Rotem SegalJanuary 4, 2012

Your bank showing willingness to negotiate a settlement on your private student loan is a positive step. You have many peers who...

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Tax Credits & Student Loans

Mark CappelDecember 28, 2011

Learn the 5 qualifications for a student loan tax deduction. You can deduct up to $2,500 in interest paid from your AGI.

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Cosigning a student loan

Betsalel CohenDecember 25, 2011

Cosigning a student loan | Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of cosigning a private student loan. Review important tips to so you get the best...

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Parent Plus Consolidation

Bills.com TeamDecember 23, 2011

Parent Plus Loan Consolidation | Learn all about deferment, forbearance, consolidation, and 3 repayment plans for Parent Plus Direct Loans.

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Parent Plus Student Loan

Mark CappelDecember 23, 2011

Direct Parent Plus Student Loan | How to qualify for this federal student loan program that is designed for parents of students.

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Student Loan Payment

Mark CappelDecember 22, 2011

Student Loan Payment Options | You have two paths to follow if you cannot afford your student loan payments. The first is...

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Sallie Mae Forbearance

Mark CappelDecember 22, 2011

Sallie Mae Forbearance | Learn how to get a deferment or forbearance for your private or federal student loan.

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Student Loan in Default

Mark CappelDecember 20, 2011

Student Loan Default | Step to take if you cannot pay your federal student loan. How to apply for a deferment or forbearance...

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Default on Federal Student Loan

Daniel CohenDecember 16, 2011

Student Loan Default | What to do if you cannot pay your federal student loan. How to apply for a deferment or forbearance...

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Private Student Loan

Betsalel CohenDecember 15, 2011

Getting a private student loan | Learn about the important features of private student loans and how to choose the right private student loan. Make sure you ...

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Private Student Loan & SOL

Mark CappelDecember 14, 2011

Default on Private Student Loans | Unlike federally insured loans, your state's statute of limitations for taking legal action to collect on private student...

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Statute of Limitations for Student Loans

Daniel CohenDecember 14, 2011

Student Loan Statutes of Limitations | Federal student loans now have no statute of limitations, but programs exist so you can stop paying after...

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Getting a Federal Student Loan

Betsalel CohenDecember 13, 2011

Getting a federal student loan | Learn about the different types of federal aid and federal student loans, including information about interest rates,

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Student Loan Forgiveness

Mark CappelDecember 12, 2011

Student Loan Forgiveness | You can discharge any remaining student loan debt after 10 years of full-time public service employment. Make sure that you know...

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Student Loan Information

Betsalel CohenDecember 7, 2011

Dependent undergraduate students can borrow up to $5,500 in Stafford Loans in their first year of study, and up to $6,500 in their second year...

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Stafford Loan Consolidation

Mark CappelNovember 7, 2011

Consolidating Stafford Student Loans | Learn the steps that will help you simplify your life by consolidating your Federal Stafford Loan payments and...

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Obama Student Loan

Mark CappelOctober 26, 2011

Obama Student Loan | Obama's new student loan repayment plan allows student loan borrowers to combine private and federal student loans. Make sure you know ...

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Unsecured Debt

Daniel CohenJanuary 31, 2011

Unsecured Debt | Unsecured debt causes problems when you don't pay on it as agreed. If you don't make the monthly payment as agreed, you face...

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Student Loan Defaults in California

Mark CappelJanuary 18, 2011

California Student Loan | Student loans are considered community debt in California, except when a couple decides to divorce. Creditors can pursue both spouses

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New Car Loan

Daniel CohenDecember 1, 2010

New car loan | Finding the best new car loan can save you thousands of dollars over the life of your loan. That is why it's so important to know where to look i

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Student Loan Debt Help

Mark CappelDecember 1, 2010

Student Loan Debt | Learn your six options for repaying a federal student loan, and options for private loans...

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national payday loans

Anthony GarciaDecember 1, 2010

National payday loans | Payday loans should be taken as a last resort. Be aware of the risks, if you are considering a payday loan.

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Repaying Student Loans

Daniel CohenDecember 1, 2010

Repaying Student Loans | Learn your options for repaying your student loans, whether you have federal student loans or private student loans. Start by...

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Auto Loans

Daniel CohenDecember 1, 2010

Discover valuable information on auto loans and find a reputable lender from Bills.com - your online source for saving money.

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Auto Loan Default

Mark CappelDecember 1, 2010

Derogatory items remain on your credit report for up to 7 years. A bankruptcy may remain on your credit report for up to 10 years.

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Student Loan & Deceased Borrower

Mark CappelNovember 29, 2010

The Dept. of Education cancels federal student loan debt when the borrower dies. Private student loans, however, follow state probate rules...

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Loan Consolidation

Daniel CohenNovember 24, 2010

Free advice on understanding the different types of consolidation loans and finding the right consolidation loan for you.

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Title Loan

Mark CappelNovember 22, 2010

Title Loan |A title loan comes with high interest. Free tips about the pros and cons of title loans

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Co-sign Loan

Mark CappelNovember 16, 2010

Co-Signing Loans | The co-signer takes responsibility for repaying the loan if the primary borrower does not. If the loan is not paid in time, then the...

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Estate Debt

Mark CappelNovember 10, 2010

When a person passes away, the decedent's debts do not automatically pass to his or her spouse, children, or anyone else. Debts incurred by an individual are ow

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WyoTech Private Student Loan

Daniel CohenNovember 10, 2010

WyoTech Private Student Loan | If you default on a private loan, the creditor or collection agency must sue you in civil court. If a judgment is won...

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Home Repair Loans and Grants

Bills.com TeamOctober 25, 2010

Homeowners may qualify for repair, refinance, and mortgage loans and grants from the USDA and HUD. However, qualifications are stringent.

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Refinance Vehicle Loan

Mark CappelSeptember 29, 2010

Refinance Vehicle Loan | A vehicle refinance can save you a lot of money, especially if your credit has improved since you took out your loan. Be sure to see...

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Farm Loans

Mark CappelSeptember 29, 2010

The USDA's Farm Service Agency makes farm ownership loans to farmers and ranchers who cannot obtain a loan from a bank and to beginning farmers.

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Sallie Mae Debt-to-Income Ratio

Mark CappelSeptember 22, 2010

Debt-to-Income ratio (DTI) is a comparison of your monthly gross income and your monthly repayment obligations to creditors.

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Citi Sold My Loan to Santander

Daniel CohenSeptember 19, 2010

Citi Sold Loans to Santander | It was not illegal for Citi to sell loans. Santander assumed all terms and conditions of your Citi. You can try to refinance...

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bad credit auto loan

Daniel CohenAugust 17, 2010

Free tips on getting an auto loan when you have bad credit

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Borrow Money to Invest?

Bills.com TeamAugust 16, 2010

Does it make sense to borrow money for an investment?

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Buy Car

Mark CappelJuly 1, 2010

A good rate on a vehicle is 8-10%. People with no or poor credit history will pay twice that.

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Sallie Mae Cosigner

Mark CappelJune 23, 2010

Sallie Mae Cosigner | As a cosigner, you are 100% responsible for the debt. It's hard to negotiate settlements for student loan debts, but it is easier to if...

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Home Equity Line of Credit Terms

Mark CappelJune 14, 2010

HELOC Terms | A Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) is akin to a credit card secured by property. The terms of a HELOC vary, so check your contract and...

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401k to Pay Student Loan

Mark CappelJune 11, 2010

Taking a 401(k) distribution my result in lower interest costs, but will almost certainly result in the increased monthly...

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Peer-to-Peer Loan

Mark CappelMay 24, 2010

Peer to Peer Loan | Consider borrowing from someone in your circle of friends, or from a peer-to-peer lender such as Lending Club or Prosper.

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Florida Usury Law

Mark CappelMay 14, 2010

In Florida, the legal rate of interest is 12%. The general usury limit is 18%. On loans above $500,000 the maximum rate is 25%.

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NJCLASS Loan Forgiveness

Bills.com TeamMay 5, 2010

The New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority offers NJCLASS student loan cancellation in limited circumstances, including...

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Student Loan Disability

Mark CappelApril 15, 2010

If you are disabled and have a federal student loan, the Dept. of Education may cancel the balance of your loan. However, you must apply to have your loan cance

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Refinance Auto Loan

Mark CappelApril 9, 2010

Sell Vehicle 1 and retire the loan. Your credit score should receive a boost from your doing so. Buy Vehicle 2 and finance the portion you cannot afford with a

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Federal Student Loan Garnishment

Mark CappelMarch 31, 2010

Federal Student Loan Garnishment | Default on your federal student loan can lead to wage garnishment and seizure of your tax refund. Make sure that you...

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