With the steep cost of higher education in the U.S., the amount of money that many students have to borrow in order to attend college can leave them in debt post-graduation. Sometimes the sum feels insurmountable.
If you are among those borrowers looking at a hefty student loan burden, it is vital to not simply settle for the default repayment plan. To maximize your efficacy and efficiency when paying off student loans, it is worth taking the time to assess your full range of options for repayment — including any assistance you may have access to — and from there, determine what makes the most sense for your situation.
Choose a suitable repayment plan
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