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Student Loan Borrower Resources

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The Student Loan Advice Problem

 

More than 45 million consumer have some form of student debt. Financial advisors are pivotal in guiding individuals through the maze of personal finance decisions. Frequently, clients will have one or more student loans, and many parents have loans for their children. (Parent Plus Loans)

With the increasing complexity of loan programs, repayment, and forgiveness rules, it's hard to know what to do next, particularly when you're under financial stress.

First - Don't act under stress. Emotionally charged decisions are often bad ones. 

Borrowers should carefully evaluate the qualifications of those offering financial advice on personal money matters. (Financial credentials, licenses, such as a CFP or CPA.)

Contact several and evaluate financial professionals based on simple criteria found here.

Student loan advising via the CSLP Program

Choose Help with Your Loans Wisely

Seek a financial professional you can trust and that fits your specific needs. Look for licensed financial professionals such as a Certified Financial Planner, CPA, and who has specific knowledge about student loan programs such as a CSLP®.

Since we're talking about your financial future, it's important to work with someone how works daily with consumers in the field of personal finance and investments. Your ultimate goal should be to get help integrate personal financial goals with workable student loan repayments.

Professionals who complete the CSLP® program learn the fundamentals of student loan repayment planning and how to analyze the optimum solution based on an analysis of the client's financial present situation and future plans.

Student Loans and Changes in Life

Find a Certified Student Loan Professional

Get Qualified Help for Your Student Loans!
Our first recommendation is to search our database for a qualified student loan advisor. You can read about the type of borrowers they work with, their certifications, and how to contact them. We suggest interviewing several for what you think if the best fit. Most can work virtually too.
CSLP® Advisors can help you evaluate your best course of action based on your financial needs, budget, and goals.
Professional financial advisors can provide insights into the best repayment plan for your current and future needs based a holistic financial review.
Having a plan is essential for everyone. A CSLP® can help you create a plan and manage changes as needed. Regular reviews are important as it could be your largest debt.
The CSLP® advisor can be a valuable partner in your financial life. Just as you have a trusted healthcare provider, a financial advisor who understands student loans is a key partner.

Resources for Student Loan Borrowers

Important resources for new or existing student loan borrowers.

Student Loan Repayment

For those seeking new loans, parents of students, or existing borrowers restarting repayment after the pause, this site contains valuable information about managing student debt.
Visit StudentAid

Student loan borrower assistance

A project of the National Consumer Law Center. This site provides greater detail for the borrower on consolidation, Federal loan programs, finding your loan servicer and learning about your loan types
Visit the NCLC

Department of Education

A comprehensive website containing information for prospective or existing student loan borrowers. Tools and content to help you understand the loan process and how to solve student loan problems.
Visit the DOE Site

Choosing Pro Help

Look for expertise in personal finance and student loan programs. A professional can ultimately save your time and money - and peace of mind. Student loans are more complex than ever.

Choosing an Advisor - The Checklist

Here are important questions to ask when choosing a person to help with your student loans. Learn how to select a financial professional for help.
Read in the Blog

Avoiding Scams & Schemes

Only work with professionals you can verify. Check credentials and expertise. Shy away from unsolicited phone calls or emails that offer quick fix solutions and always look for a CSLP,CPA,CFP.

Solve student loan problems

This is a webinar presentation by student loan expert Heather Jarvis. She covers a variety of problems and solutions that student loan borrowers can face at any time during their repayment period.
Watch Presentation

Watch Student Loan Q&A

Student Loan Expert Heather Jarvis covers what your should know as a student loan borrower. This is a 1 hour video presentation. Heather covers important information and reminders appropriate for all borrowers.
Watch Presentation

Top PSLF Mistakes

Presented by Heather Jarvis, student loan expert, this webinar covers common PSLF mistakes borrowers should avoid making when considering public service loan forgiveness.
Watch Presentation

Find a Certified Student Loan
Professional (CSLP®)

CSLP® are uniquely qualified to provide comprehensive advice about your student loan repayment plan, help solve problems, and be your trusted partner for help with student debt.

How can we help?

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Student Loan Borrowers

Sign up and we'll keep send resources to know about about your options. Find a CSLP® through the Certified Student Loan Advisor directory at this link for personalized help to match your needs.

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