Articles by Elyssa Kirkham
10 Key Questions to Ask Before Refinancing Your Student Loans
May 19, 2020
Refinancing your student loans can be a smart strategy. You may be able to secure a lower student loan rate, reduce your monthly payments or... read more
Beware Interest Costs When You’re on an Income-Driven Repayment Plan
April 24, 2020
Income-driven repayment (IDR) plans cap your monthly loan payments at a small percentage of your income, but they also can increase the total amount of... read more
Parent PLUS Loan vs. Private Loans: Which Option Offers Better Rates?
April 17, 2020
If you’re helping your child pay for college, you have two main options for loans: Parent PLUS loans and private student loans. Parent PLUS loans... read more
Your Guide to Federal Financial Aid, the FAFSA and More
January 23, 2020
For many students, federal financial aid is the lifeline that funds their college degree. In fiscal year 2018, about 12.7 million students received federal student... read more
How Are My Student Loan Interest Rates Determined?
September 26, 2019
Anyone who borrows money to pay for college will have to pay interest on their debt. For recent graduates breaking into the job market, these... read more