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How do student loans work?

Do I have to pay anything while I’m in school? Does whoever cosigns have to pay anything while i’m in school? How does the interest usually work? How many years do I have to pay back student loans? How big … Read More

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Why are student loans still rubbish at getting the money out?

I’ve not been a student for many years now, but it’s been in the news that loan payments will be late. Why is this system still so appalling? Chosen Answer: It seems that education is only first priority for those … Read More

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Does a student loans come off your credit report in 7 years?

Someone I know had a student loan. Its been well over 7 years since they got this loan. Its not showing up on the 1 credit report they sent off for. Has it left? Is this a good thing or … Read More

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What’s the best way to use my money…put more towards retirement or student loans?

I am trying to figure out which would be better to do. I’m 30 years old but haven’t started a 401k or IRA yet and need to do so ASAP. I also have ,000 in student loans at a low … Read More

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What is the best way to pay of $37,000 in student loans?

Just finished graduate school and am facing the challenge of finding a job and paying off ,000 in student loans (hopefully within 5-10 years.) Any advice? Thanks!! Chosen Answer: Well if you live in the Bay Area, I suggest you … Read More

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What is the best way to pay of $37,000 in student loans?

Just finished graduate school and am facing the challenge of finding a job and paying off ,000 in student loans (hopefully within 5-10 years.) Any advice? Thanks!! Chosen Answer: Here is a link to a site that has a debt … Read More

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Is it hard to get a civil service jobs if you defaulted on your student loans but currently making payments?

I applied for a civil service job, government job and I defaulted on my student loans, but I’m currently making payments will this affect me on my chances to get a job. Chosen Answer: First, the “Civil Serivce” system is … Read More

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Do I have to file federal income tax returns if I have no income other than student loans?

I’m 30 years old and in graduate school. I stopped working before starting school and the only ‘income’ I have is around 20k in student loans. Chosen Answer: You don’t. If you are living off financial aid it is probably … Read More

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Bankruptcy – If my friend declares bankruptcy will my friend be able 2 get student loans ever?

My friends needs to get his masters. Or wants to. Whatever. But are there student loans that aren’t based on credit? Are there grants and etc for Masters degrees? Or is it only loans. Chosen Answer: Pell Grants are actually … Read More

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