Melanie Lockert

Melanie Lockert is a financial writer whose work has appeared in Fortune, Allure, VICE, Credit Karma, Business Insider, and Student Loan Hero.

Articles by Melanie Lockert

Taxes on Forgiven Student Loans: What to Know

Taxes on forgiven student loans have long been the norm, with the IRS treating canceled debt as income. But borrowers won’t have to worry about... read more

How to Lower Your Student Loan Payments

Learning how to lower student loan payments can be a lifesaver if you’re struggling to afford your bills. Fortunately, you don’t have to be stuck... read more

Student Loan Forgiveness for Disability: How to Discharge Debt

When you take out student loans, you trust that you’ll eventually make enough money to pay them back. But what if you’re struck by a... read more

Do You Need a Cosigner for Federal Student Loans?

Do you need a cosigner for a student loan? If you’re borrowing a federal student loan, the answer is usually no. But if you’re in... read more

Cosigner Release and How It Can Protect You From These Nightmare Scenarios

Most college students need to apply with a cosigner to qualify for a private student loan. But your cosigner doesn’t need to be on the... read more

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