A commonly used interest rate index officially ends on June 30, 2023. If you have an adjustable-rate loan, you might receive a notice from your lender or servicer about switching to another index. Here’s what that means for you.
This week, we filed a Statement of Interest to protect people from discriminatory targeting.
Delinquencies on non-student-loan credit products continue to rise for student loan borrowers. This rise could signal payment difficulties when scheduled payments resume, but potential debt cancellation may reduce the number of borrowers at-risk.
Student loan servicers with military borrowers should act quickly to identify and notify military borrowers about the PSLF Limited Waiver before October 31, 2022.
The U.S. Department of Education announced the cancellation of $5.8 billion in federal student loans for 560,000 individuals who borrowed to attend schools owned by Corinthian Colleges, the for-profit college conglomerate that is now defunct.
The Education Department is making important fixes to income-driven repayment this year. These fixes will help borrowers reach loan forgiveness sooner. Borrowers with Commercial FFELP loans must consolidate your loans in order to benefit from these changes.
The CFPB is taking action against private student loan servicers that fail to live up to their promises. Consumers rely on servicers execute on incentive programs and provide promised payment relief. When they don’t, the Bureau will hold them accountable.
The Department of Education announced that the student loan pause will continue through August 31, 2022. Here are three things to keep in mind.
It is a myth that student loans are not dischargeable in bankruptcy. Some private student loans require a showing of “undue hardship” and an adversary proceeding within the bankruptcy in order for the loans to be discharged, while other types of student loans are treated the same as other unsecured consumer debt.
The PSLF Limited Waiver provides important new benefits to workers in public service until October 31, 2022. Servicers are responsible for helping to navigate the process.
If you have an adjustable-rate mortgage, reverse mortgage, HELOC, student loan, or credit card, your interest rate may be based on the LIBOR index, which is being discontinued. Here’s how to stay vigilant of changes to your index.
This post is the second in a series documenting trends in consumer credit outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since July 2020, consumers have transitioned out of assistance to varying degrees across all credit products, but a significant share of mortgage borrowers continue to receive assistance.
New Bureau research examines consumer credit trends through April 2021, finding little increase in delinquencies on credit cards, auto loans, mortgages, and student loans during COVID-19. Delinquency rates also remain lower than pre-pandemic levels, likely as a result of public and private interventions.
Financial relief and protections for many student loan borrowers, renters, and homeowners has been extended. Here’s what you need to know.
CFPB’s Section for Students and Young Consumers released new podcast episodes. Subscribe today.
GI Bill education benefits are not unlimited, so make sure you have a plan to use them wisely. The Department of Veterans Affairs’ GI Bill Comparison Tool, the Department of Education’s College Scorecard website, and the CFPB’s Your Financial Path to Graduation Tool can help.
Si es el coprestatario de un préstamo estudiantil privado usted es responsable por cualquier pago omitido. Si usted o el prestatario principal han visto sus finanzas impactadas por el coronavirus, le mostramos pasos para protegerlas, y cuidar crédito durante la pandemia.
If you’ve co-signed a private student loan, you’re financially responsible for missed payments. If you or the borrower have been financially impacted by the coronavirus, here are steps to protect your finances and credit during the pandemic.
Many Americans continue to face economic challenges during these uncertain times. As Consumer Financial Protection Week comes to a close, the CFPB continues to be here for you with resources to explain your rights, options and protections during the coronavirus pandemic.
Even if you’re not sure of your college plans for this fall, it’s a good idea to fill out the FAFSA form as soon as possible.
Los pagos de los préstamos estudiantiles con el gobierno Federal han sido pospuestos y los intereses perdonados. Sepa qué significa esto para sus préstamos.
Tips for staying on top of your finances during the coronavirus pandemic, particularly if you’ve dodged income loss or major expenses.
有關新冠病毒疫情期間掌控財務狀況之提示，特別是在您未遭受收入損失或大筆支出的情況下。
Consejos para que se mantenga al día con sus finanzas durante la pandemia del coronavirus, particularmente si no ha perdido sus ingresos o no ha tenido grandes gastos.
Lời khuyên giúp quý vị luôn nắm bắt tốt thông tin tài chính của mình trong đại dịch coronavirus, đặc biệt khi quý vị không mất thu nhập hay phải chi tiêu các khoản tiền lớn.
