New Mexico is betting big on student debt to fix its doctor shortage. The state just expanded a program that gives doctors up to $75, 000 a year for four years if they work in underserved areas. That’s triple the old reward of $25, 000 a year for three years. The goal? Fill the gap where 32 of 33 co
The SAVE plan, which was designed to ease the financial burden on millions of federal student loan borrowers, has been discontinued. This means that those who were benefiting from this income-driven repayment plan will soon face higher monthly payments. The pause on payments is expected to last unti
Millions of Americans are in trouble with their student loans. The government has started collecting again after a long pause. This means people who are behind on their payments might face serious problems. Many folks owe a lot of money. Over 5 million are in default, which means they haven't paid i
The highest court in the land is set to tackle a contentious issue: birthright citizenship. The Trump administration is pushing to change the rules, but it's facing stiff opposition. The 14th Amendment to the Constitution is clear: anyone born in the U. S. is a citizen. However, the current administ
The Education Department has reopened the online gateway for income-driven repayment plans for student loans. This move comes after a court decision in February that temporarily halted the Biden administration's Saving on a Valuable Education Plan and parts of other income-driven repayment plans. Th
Student loan borrowers are facing a tough time right now. The Education Department has pulled down applications for income-driven repayment plans. This change has left many people confused and worried, especially those who have lost their jobs. These plans are supposed to make monthly payments more
