Rebecca Safier

Americans owe a collective $1.51 trillion in student loans, so it’s no surprise that student debt has entered the national conversation, with some... Read more

The coronavirus outbreak is impacting the economy, and college students aren’t spared from the effects. While many schools have sent students to... Read more

With schools and businesses closed across the country, many people are facing unprecedented financial challenges. As a parent with student loans, you... Read more

With the passing of the COVID-19 pandemic economic rescue package — known as the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security or “CARES” Act... Read more

Great Lakes is one of the major servicers for federal student loans. While it was acquired by another student loan servicing giant, Nelnet, Great... Read more

After learning about the credit requirements for a private student loan, you might be wondering, “Do I need a cosigner for a student loan?” For... Read more

If you’re one of the more than three million students pursuing an advanced degree this year, you might be wondering how to get a loan for graduate... Read more

While the new coronavirus pandemic relief measures halt payments on federal student loans, they don’t apply to private student loans. Fortunately,... Read more

Nursing scholarships are a key way to deal with a recurring problem: Almost three in four aspiring nurse students will graduate with loans. Although... Read more

The majority of students borrow loans to pay for college these days, but many of them may not fully understand the terms and conditions of their debt... Read more

Learning how to consolidate student loans can make debt repayment a whole lot simpler. Instead of tracking multiple loans and payments, consolidating... Read more

If you’re juggling multiple student loans, it can be tough to keep track of payments. That’s where federal loan consolidation can help. Direct... Read more