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Student Loan Borrowers Face Repayment Changes: A Florence Checklist

Federal student loan repayment is set to undergo significant changes, prompting borrowers to take proactive steps to understand their options and avoid potential pitfalls. As deadlines approach, individuals with federal student loans are advised to consult official communications from their loan servicers, assess their eligibility for different repayment plans, and review any updated financial aid […]

Local Universities Advise Students on Federal Loan Changes Ahead of Fall Billing

Students at institutions across the Florence area are being urged to proactively address potential changes to federal student loan programs before the start of the fall billing cycle. University financial aid offices and independent borrower advisories are emphasizing the need for students to understand these upcoming shifts and their implications for repayment and eligibility. The […]

Borrower-Defense Settlement Notices Reach 30,000 Student-Loan Applicants

Approximately 30,000 former students are now receiving notices regarding their eligibility for student loan discharges stemming from a legal settlement. These notices are directed at individuals who applied for borrower-defense relief and whose claims remained undecided past an April 15, 2026 deadline. The settlement specifically addresses a cohort of borrowers who submitted applications within a […]