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Firstmark Services overview: What student loan borrowers need to know
Firstmark is a division of Nelnet, but it services only private student loans.
3 min read May 05, 2023 -
Are college scholarships taxable?
Scholarships are tax-free in most cases, though there are a few exceptions.
3 min read May 05, 2023 -
Tuition waivers: What to know and how to qualify
College costs are rising, but some students may qualify for free tuition.
6 min read May 05, 2023 -
How much can you borrow in student loans?
Learn how to calculate your student loan limits.
5 min read Apr 28, 2023 -
What to do if you become a student loan co-signer through forgery
If you didn’t agree to being a co-signer, you can report the fraud.
4 min read Apr 27, 2023 -
What are the benefits of paying student loans biweekly?
A biweekly payment schedule translates to 13 full payments each year.
4 min read Apr 27, 2023 -
Can you have multiple 529 plans for one child?
Legally you can have two 529 plans for one child, but it’s not always the best idea.
5 min read Apr 27, 2023 -
Supreme court ruling on private colleges and federal student loan debt
The Supreme Court recently rejected a request by three private colleges to block the settlement decision in the case of Sweet v. Cardona. This $6 billion settlement will result in thousands of student [...]
2 min read Apr 26, 2023 -
How to get in-state college tuition
You could see major savings if you’re planning on moving away for college.
4 min read Apr 26, 2023 -
Current oppositions to Biden’s student loan forgiveness program ahead of Supreme Court decision
As the U.S. awaits a decision on President Biden’s one-time student loan forgiveness plan, opposition to the plan by Republicans in Congress has continued to mount. Most recently, House Speaker Kevin [...]
5 min read Apr 26, 2023