Student Loans
News, insights and expert analysis on student loans from the team at Kiplinger.
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Four Options for Saving for Your Newborn’s Future
Different types of accounts have different rules, but all serve the purpose of helping your child get a head start on their financial future.
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What A Government Shutdown Means For Student Loan Payments
Federal student loan payments resumed in fall 2023. Here's what a government shutdown would mean for borrowers.
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What Is 401(k) Student Loan Matching?
Strapped student loan borrowers can pay down debt and boost their retirement accounts.
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529 Plans: Give the Gift of Education (and Compounding)
As the cost of college tuition skyrockets, parents and grandparents can take advantage of tax-efficient 529 plans and higher limits on gift and estate taxes.
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More Student Debt Relief Needed, Some Lawmakers Say
Latest student debt relief proposal should be broadened to address concerns, lawmakers say
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Student Loan Debt: Another $4.8B Forgiven
Biden announces $4.8 billion in student loan debt relief for more than 80,000 borrowers.
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Gen X Parents: Saving for Retirement and College at the Same Time?
Saving for retirement and college at the same time is tough. As you prepare to send your kids to college, don’t neglect your nest egg.
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Student Loan Application Forms Just Got Easier, Sort Of
The federal student loan application form has been simplified but its rollout might leave you scrambling.
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Seven Financial Planning Strategies for Physicians
Doctors have added financial planning challenges, such as the necessity of malpractice insurance. Here are seven issues to stay on top of.