A government shutdown on Wednesday could have the potential to disrupt a multitude of federal activities — but people with student loans are expected to continue making their repayments, according to ...

Consolidation loans can help you streamline your repayment and save money on interest over time, but beware of pitfalls Staff Personal Finance Editor, Buy Side Valerie Morris is a staff editor at Buy ...

Hannah Alberstadt is a Buy Side staff editor specializing in loans. She is passionate about crafting informative and accessible content and has experience with topics such as loans, investing, ...

A government shutdown has locked in as lawmakers remain deadlocked over the 2026 federal budget. The U.S. Department of Education plans to furlough about 95% of its non-Federal Student Aid staff in ...

Processing and approvals for most SBA loans will stop during a government shutdown. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who compensate us when you ...

With the average homeowner currently in possession of more than $300,000 worth of equity – and most lenders requiring a 20% equity threshold to remain in the home – many homeowners may be wondering ...

Last week, the average interest rate on 10-year fixed-rate private student loans inched down. That’s welcome news for borrowers interested in applying for private student loans. The average fixed ...

Federal student loans will continue to accrue interest during shutdown. FAFSA opened on Sept. 24 and applications are still being processed. Pell Grants and federal student loans will continue to be ...

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Already diminished by cuts by the Trump administration, the U.S. Education Department will see more of its work come to a halt due to the government shutdown. The department says many of its core ...

With over four years of experience writing in the housing market space, Robin Rothstein demystifies mortgage and loan concepts, helping first-time homebuyers and homeowners make informed decisions as ...

Changes to student loan repayment were included in Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” that was approved by Congress in July. The Higher Education Act of 1965 requires public involvement in the ...