Student loans basics

Should I use a deferment or forbearance to delay repaying my student loans while I serve in the military, volunteer in the Peace Corps, or participate in a national service program?

How much is the Post 9-11 GI Bill worth to me?

If I co-sign for my grandchild's student loan, can the lender garnish my Social Security check if my grandchild can't or won't repay the loan?

Should I refinance my private student loan into one with a lower rate?

Should I use a home equity loan to refinance my student loans at a lower interest rate?

I understand that there may be other student loan benefits for certain teachers. Is Public Service Loan Forgiveness always the best choice?

Public Service Loan Forgiveness requires ten years of monthly payments to qualify for loan forgiveness. Do I get any benefit if I fall short?

What is Pay As You Earn (PAYE)? How do I know if I qualify?

What is a federal Direct Loan?

If I have a Perkins loan and I am interested in Public Service Loan Forgiveness, what do I need to know?

What is a Truth-in-Lending Disclosure? When do I get to see it?

How do I apply for GI Bill education benefits?

What happens if I default on a private student loan?

If I co-signed for a student loan and it has gone into default, what happens?

What happens if I default on a federal student loan?

What are my options if a debt collection agency contacts me about my student loans?

Is forbearance or deferment available for private student loans?

What is Public Service Loan Forgiveness?

What should I do if I can't afford my student loan payment?

What is an Extended Repayment Plan for federal student loans?

What is graduated repayment?

Should I consolidate my private student loans?

Do private student loans affect my taxes?

How long does it take to pay off a student loan?

If I co-signed for a private student loan, can I be released from the loan?