Managing Your Money And Your Student Loans
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Managing Your Money and Student Loans
If you're dealing with multiple student loans, consolidating them might be a wise decision. This approach simplifies your finances by combining several payments into one, often reducing your overall monthly cost compared to the traditional ten-year repayment plan.
Consolidation Programs
Two main programs facilitate student loan consolidation:
1. FFEL (Federal Family Education Loan Program): This program allows credit unions, banks, and other lenders to offer debt consolidation loans.
2. William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program: This government initiative provides federal loan consolidation options.
Most federal education loans, including FFEL Stafford Loans, Health Education Assistance Loans, Federal Nursing Loans, Federal Perkins Loans, and SLS, can be consolidated through these programs. However, private education loans are not eligible.
Eligibility and Application
To determine if your loan qualifies for consolidation, contact the Direct Loan Origination Center or the Loan Consolidation Department specific to your loan type. For FFEL loans, reach out to a participating lender.
You can apply for consolidation while still enrolled in school or after graduation, even if you've reduced your enrollment to half-time or less. If all your loans are with one FFEL lender, you'll usually need to consolidate through them, unless the terms of an income-sensitive loan are unsatisfactory.
To qualify for a William D. Ford Direct Consolidation Loan, you must include at least one Stafford loan?"either subsidized or unsubsidized?"from the FFEL program.
Choosing a Debt Consolidation Program
When selecting a debt consolidation program, consulting a professional can be beneficial. These specialists, such as debt relief or settlement professionals, can guide you through the process and answer any questions.
The goal of a debt consolidation loan is to help you manage your finances, not to benefit your creditors. Professionals in finance and debt will handle the negotiations, ensuring your best interests are prioritized.
Although consolidation might not be the right choice for everyone, it's an option worth exploring. Various unsecured debt consolidation programs are available, and you can learn more by researching online or consulting experts in the field.
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