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Mortgage interest rates today: Rates fall
Personal FinanceMortgage interest rates today: Rates fall

As of September 13, according to Credible data gathered from more than 500 U.S. lenders*, the median interest rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is 5.990%, which is unchanged from yesterday. Additionally, the median interest...

By Amy Fontinelle

September 13, 2024

The SAVE Plan: Is It Right for You?
Personal FinanceThe SAVE Plan: Is It Right for You?

The Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan is the latest income-driven repayment option for federal student loans, taking the place of the previous REPAYE Plan. It's designed to make monthly payments more affordable, with m...

By Christy Bieber

September 12, 2024

Flight School Loans: How They Work and Who Offers Them in 2024
Personal FinanceFlight School Loans: How They Work and Who Offers Them in 2024

The airline industry continues to face a significant pilot shortage, a trend expected to persist for years. The Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA's) 2023-43 Aerospace Forecast highlights this issue, driven by a wave of ret...

By Janet Berry Johnson

September 12, 2024

Best Private Medical School Loans of 2024
Personal FinanceBest Private Medical School Loans of 2024

Medical school can be a significant investment, whether you attend a public or private institution. The total cost of attendance for medical school in 2024 was $276,006 at public schools and $374,476 at private colleges, accord...

By Rebecca Safier

September 12, 2024

EdvestinU Review: Private Student Loans & Refinancing
Personal FinanceEdvestinU Review: Private Student Loans & Refinancing

EdvestinU provides private student loans and refinancing options for students across the country through Granite Edvance Corporation, a New Hampshire-based nonprofit. New Hampshire students can benefit from lower interest rates...

By Rebecca Safier

September 12, 2024

Is Firstmark a Good Student Loan Servicer?
Personal FinanceIs Firstmark a Good Student Loan Servicer?

Firstmark Services, a division of Nelnet, specializes in servicing private student loans. As a loan servicer, Firstmark handles administrative tasks such as processing monthly payments and providing customer service for private...

By Christy Bieber

September 12, 2024

What is the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS)?
Personal FinanceWhat is the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS)?

The National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) is the U.S. Department of Education's central database for federal student aid. The database provides schools and other financial aid professionals with a comprehensive view of a st...

By Becca Stanek

September 12, 2024

Citizens Bank Review: Private Student Loans and Refinancing
Personal FinanceCitizens Bank Review: Private Student Loans and Refinancing

Citizens Bank is a Rhode Island-based bank that offers student loan options for undergraduates, graduate students and parents, as well as loyalty discounts for existing banking customers. The lender also stands out for its mult...

By Rebecca Safier

September 12, 2024

Navigating OSLA Student Loan Servicing
Personal FinanceNavigating OSLA Student Loan Servicing

When federal student loan borrowers enter repayment, they're assigned a loan servicer to manage their repayment and handle any issues. One major servicer was the Oklahoma Student Loan Authority (OSLA), which serviced 1.54 milli...

By Melanie Lockert

September 12, 2024

Mortgage interest rates today: Rates hold steady
Personal FinanceMortgage interest rates today: Rates hold steady

As of September 12, according to Credible data gathered from more than 500 U.S. lenders*, the median interest rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is 5.990%, which is unchanged from yesterday. Additionally, the median interest...

By Amy Fontinelle

September 12, 2024