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More important than what kind of student loan plan you have is knowing how to invest. Listen in as I talk to you about investing in this current economy amid red-hot inflation and a booming housing market. I'll also explain that, while 2021 continues to hold a lot of opportunities, it's also a dangerous time to be investing now that everyone is in the game. Plus, get a discount code for our Six-Figure Debt to Six-Figure Net Worth investing course. In today's episode, you'll find out: Why investing is so important The definition of "harmonic mean" and why it matters in investing How to use tax-loss harvesting to boost your portfolio Risks to consider if you decide to invest today My thoughts on crypto in the current market All about SLP's course, Six-Figure Debt to Six-Figure Net Worth, and how to take advantage of our limited-time discount Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

In this episode, I'm joined by Josh Mitchell, a Wall Street Journal reporter and the author of the book The Debt Trap: How Student Loans Became a National Catastrophe to reflect on his observations in the higher education space and how the student crisis came to be. Listen in as Josh explains why the process of taking out a loan is more "opaque" than that of every other credit product and the disruptions that need to take place in order for the current system to change for the better — as well as the repercussions of these disruptions to the wider economy. In today's episode, you'll find out: How Josh was drawn to the student loan debt crisis Why student loans are unlike any other credit product Which is the bigger risk to the economy: the undergrad debt problem or the graduate school debt problem? What needs to change to mitigate the student debt crisis—and the consequences of these disruptions to the wider economy The future of lobbying for policy change in higher education Student loan reforms that would minimize or even eradicate inequality Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Moving is really stressful. I'd know, having just moved my family and me across the country! Now that the economy is starting to reopen, new opportunities mean that more people are moving to different states. In today's episode, I discuss the factors that student loan borrowers should consider when making the decision to move states, whether for a job or to buy a house. In today's episode, you'll find out: What to do if the IRS is slow to process your tax return The EDRP program and when it makes sense Why you shouldn't stick with a job just for PSLF How solopreneurs can stay profitable while paying off their student loan The impact of community property states on student loans How moving to or from a community property state affects your student loan How to move to a new state if your goal is to buy a house Why moving to a new state can save you money on student loans Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Jesse Mecham is the founder of YNAB (You Need a Budget). Referring to the business as "an education company that masquerades as a software company," Jesse created YNAB as a guide to money and an accountability tool that helps its users improve their spending habits, eliminate debt, and save more money. Listen in as Jesse shares his path to success and lessons learned as an entrepreneur. We'll also talk about his advice on financial planning and buying a house in 2021, saving and building your wealth as parents, and becoming more confident in your spending overall. In today's episode, you'll find out: YNAB's mission and how its software helps improve your spending The most common questions and concerns people have around budgeting and cash flow in a post-pandemic world How to navigate the housing market as prices continue to rise YNAB's Four-Rule Method that transforms how you view and manage money How and when to give yourself permission to splurge on a big purchase, free of guilt Considerations around childcare costs Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

FedLoan, one of the government's biggest servicers, is ending its contract with the Department of Education in December 2021. What does this mean for you? Travis gives practical advice to get ahead of the problem. We encourage you to send in your questions so we can answer them on the show: https://studentloanplanner.com/voicemail

As investing becomes increasingly popular and accessible, especially with cryptocurrency and NFTs, young adults and students are becoming more interested in making a passive income. But should you really be investing while in school? If so, what are the best ways to invest as a student? Join Rob Bertman, CFA, CFP®, and Molly Laughter, MBA CFA, CFP®, to discuss whether or not investing while in college is a good idea, and how to approach investing, saving, and budgeting the right way. In today's episode, you'll find out: How to lower your student loans in medical school Benefits of investing early in life Pros and cons of investing as a college student What you need to know about compounding interest and your "time horizon" Easy and efficient ways to invest and the best investing platforms and apps How roboadvisors work – Should you use a roboadvisor? Why investing and stock trading could decrease your productivity and performance in school Tips for budgeting, saving, and leveraging credit as a student Why you shouldn't use your student loans to fund investments Should you invest in a Roth IRA or stocks while in college? Our candid thoughts on Acorns and similar money-saving apps How to select the best types of investments that suit your goals and lifestyle Links mentioned: Fidelity Reviewed Which Investors Did Best and What They Found Hilarious Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Side hustles. Why are they getting more popular by the day? Is it worth the extra time, effort, and even money outside your primary job or business to get a side hustle? What's the best way to start one as the economy opens back up? And how can the right side hustle serve as a great vehicle toward paying down your student loan? Listen in as consultants Molly Laughter, MBA CFA, CFP®, and Dan Rooker, CFP®, CSLP®, answer these questions and more. In today's episode, you'll find out: What exactly is a "side hustle" and the "gig economy"? The side hustles Molly and Dan have tried and are still doing Different business structures (ex. sole proprietorship, LLC, etc.) and determining the most appropriate one for your side gig The pros and cons of doing real estate as a side hustle How your student loan will be impacted if you do decide to get a side hustle How to know if starting a side hustle is right for you Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Historically, the American Dream was to simply own your own home. But in this day and age, is getting out of debt the new American Dream? Our consultant takeover continues this week with Meagan Landress and Dan Rooker who unpack that very question. They break down current attitudes—many of which came about as a result of the pandemic—toward purchasing a home, investing, and paying down different kinds of debt. SLP publicist Brittney Lynn makes a guest appearance on the show to discuss how she was able to achieve her own American Dream—paying down $50,000 in debt, leaving the corporate world, and running a location-independent business from a van alongside her husband and two dogs. In today's episode, you'll find out: Why asking, "If all things were possible, what would I do?" will bring you a big step closer to defining your American Dream How to pay down your three "buckets" of debt and become financially secure Pros to renting a home versus buying a home How you can become financially independent while having a mortgage Why you can reach your American Dream while having student loan payments Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

With Father's Day just around the corner, Lauryn Williams sits down with Meagan Landress and Rob Bertman to offer advice to dads who are in the process of helping their kids with their student loans—whether by helping to pay them down or taking on the loan in their name altogether. In today's episode, you'll find out: When and how to take on a Parent PLUS loan Why you don't need to pay extra toward your loans if you are going for forgiveness Why it's more productive to look at your kids' loans individually instead of equally Why parents should encourage their kids to take some responsibility for their debts About the impact that our consultants' own dads had on their finances Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Only a small number of people were approved for PSLF in the first year of eligibility; I expect the 1% acceptance rate for PSLF is the lowest we will ever see and we should look forward to an increase each year. The media has put out quite a few clickbait headlines on PSLF while sharing plenty of inaccurate information. PSLF became a major story in 2018, but I feel despite the backlash that the program is here to stay. Today on the Student Loan Planner® podcast, we will be discussing Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and how the approval rate will snowball to a larger percentage in future years. In today's episode, you'll find out: The truth about the high rejection rate for PSLF Whether there is a massive number of PSLF borrowers coming in the future Why many physicians aren't eligible for PSLF anymore PSLF structural flaws that can get ironed out over time Why people were mainly rejected based on these 4 factors: 1. Had loans that didn't qualify 2. Used the wrong repayment plan 3. Failed to include their employer's EIN tax number 4. Failed to check a box on the form saying they were currently employed by a non-profit For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.studentloanplanner.com/podcast-what-is-pslf-snowball Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Join consultant Lauryn Williams, CFP®, CSLP®, as she addresses the two most common "frequent fails" around handling student loan debt and answers frequently asked questions from clients and podcast listeners. You'll also learn more about Lauryn, her background, and how she went from Olympic medalist to financial planner. In today's episode, you'll find out: What our consultants can help you with, aside from issues related to student loans Why you don't need to pay extra toward your loans if you are going for forgiveness How to get a student loan refund if you've been paying extra during the payment freeze What it means when interest capitalizes and why it can cost you more in the long run Whether you should still contribute to a 401k if your employer does not match How to contribute to a Roth IRA if you are married filing separately What happens to your current retirement plan if you leave your employer How much you should have saved in your emergency fund Lauryn's pick for the best budgeting tool How to approach getting life insurance after having a baby The power of mindset if you're struggling with student loan debt or monthly bills What to do if you're feeling overwhelmed with your student loan debt Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

In celebration of May being Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month, Dan Rooker, CFP®, CSLP®, and Lauryn Williams, CFP®, CSLP®, talk about the "Model Minority" Myth. As they unpack the cultural stereotypes, they dive specifically into how certain long-held beliefs and stigmas among the Asian American community tend to lead to costly education decisions which negatively affect their student loans and career choices, and uncover what we can do as a society to bring awareness to this crucial topic. In today's episode, you'll find out: What the Model Minority myth is Why lumping people together into groups is dangerous territory The impact of stigmas, stereotypes, and cultural beliefs What is "tiger" parenting and how it impacts education choices How the pressure to conform can change your internal identity Why you shouldn't feel resentment when asking for a promotion How to navigate leadership when you have minority-decent employees How the Model Minority myth impacts student loans Why Asian Americans are nudged into certain career paths Who the Model Minority myth affects The importance of sharing our stories and learning from others Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

As much as we're all itching to get back to normalcy in our day-to-day lives, we need to think about how we can ease back into spending on a daily basis without sabotaging the financial goals we've set for ourselves throughout the past year, particularly around student loans. In today's episode, Rob Bertman, CFA, CFP®, sits down with Lauryn Williams, CFP®, CSLP®, and Dan Rooker, CFP®, CSLP®, to discuss five steps to getting ready to spend money again in a post-pandemic world. In today's episode, you'll find out: How to transition your finances in a post-pandemic world The changes in saving and spending habits over the last year Strategies financial experts used to manage their finances How to prioritize your expenses as the world begins opening up Practical steps to achieve greater financial stability in the new normal How to make room for the resumption of student loan payments in October How to spend responsibly as your income increases Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Have the chances of student loan debt cancellation increased in recent weeks? Yes. But it isn't that simple. Join me as I discuss the possibility of student loan debt cancellation, what it could mean for your repayment strategy, and why I think the looming legal battle over cancellation would create chaos. In today's episode, you'll find out: Listener question: How your income impacts your IDR plan when filing taxes separately if you're married Listener question: Should you pay extra on your loan if you're on the REPAYE plan? My experience looking for housing in today's market Why student loan refinancing interest rates are still so low Why there's a high probability of student loan debt cancellation The reason I think student loan debt cancellation won't actually happen How student loan cancellation would impact your repayment strategy The legal review going on right now about whether the president has the authority to cancel student loan debt Whether $10k or $50k will be cancelled and how it might happen Why I think student loan debt cancellation is a distraction from the real problem Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

It's a consultant takeover! All of the ladies of Student Loan Planner, Lauryn Williams, Meagan Landress, and Molly Laughter, are talking more about the mental health survey. There's more to student debt than managing the numbers, and they're going to unpack the challenges women face when they are up against student loan debt and while navigating life in general. In today's episode, you'll find out: What is the mental health survey The biggest factor in mental wellness when you have student loan debt Why so many women borrowers have suicidal ideation because of student loans How occupational segregation leads to higher debt to income ratios for women How to purchase a home while paying down your student loans Why you don't need to stay in high-paying yet unfulfilling jobs as a borrower Why having student loans shouldn't hold you or your partner back from marriage Why the "fast and furious" approach to paying down your loans is not recommended Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Want the secret to life with student loans? Join me as I talk with senior consultant Lauryn Williams on seven key life goals that should take priority over your student loans, whatever your circumstances in life. That's not to say you should let your loans go into default while going after your goals, but we don't recommend you sacrifice your dreams because of student loans. There is a better way! In today's episode, you'll find out: Why sacrificing your goals isn't as effective as you might think Why borrowers put their life goals on the back burner The key to finding happiness and success in your career while having student loans How income-driven repayment plans can help you safely take on additional debt to get a second degree Why student loans shouldn't stop you or your partner from getting married How to purchase a home while paying down your student loans How to raise a family and live a comfortable life while navigating your student loans Why it's okay to start your own business or practice as a borrower How to live anywhere in the world even if you have student loans Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Student loan borrowers face enormous mental health challenges. Our mental health survey of student loan borrowers found that 1 out of every 14 borrowers considered suicide because of their student loans. Listen in as Student Loan Advisor and consultant Meagan Landress CSLP® and I tackle the tough topic of mental health burdens that many borrowers experience. We're discussing the results of our survey, sharing our thoughts on the various factors that may be contributing to these issues, and our advice to borrowers who are suffering anxiety and depression due to student loans. In today's episode, you'll find out: How to manage negative thoughts around student loan debt Why student loan debt doesn't make you bad or irresponsible Coping mechanisms to manage stress and anxiety What we mean when we say, "Student loan debt isn't really 'debt'; it's more of an income tax" Why PSLF isn't broken Who suffers the most under the weight of student loans Our thoughts on the growing problem of the number of borrowers who owe six figures in federal student loan debt Why a passive, long-term approach to debt can mathematically make more sense About the unique impact of student loan stress on women and people of color Common concerns borrowers have about PSLF What we think would need to happen to fix the student loan crisis Our recommended resources for those experiencing mental health issues with regard to their student loans Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Join me and special guest Christie Arkovich who has specialized in helping clients get through financial hardships since 1995. Christie was a champion of the student loan system working for Sallie Mae during the early stages of her career but came to realize that the system is broken. We talk about her work for Sallie Mae and why she "switched sides" to help borrowers navigate the many complexities of the student loan industry. In today's episode, you'll find out: How student loans used to work with government-guaranteed private lenders A brief history of FFEL loans and why they're so profitable for lenders Why Direct Loans are the only ones getting government protection under the CARES Act What a student loan stimulus package might include What to expect on student loan forgiveness within the current administration How loan rehabilitation via the CARES Act could be a historic opportunity How COVID has accelerated total and permanent disability applications for student loans How to spot student loan forgiveness scams Why you need a student loan advocate on your side to navigate forgiveness of student loans Possible negative consequences for graduates of nonprofit schools applying for borrower defense to repayment What you need to know about statute of limitations and private student loans Who could benefit from the services of a student loan attorney like Christie Will forgiveness for income-based repayment programs eventually be tax-free Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

If you're someone with a lot of student loan debt, you're probably more familiar with the negatives around interest rates. But borrowing money isn't necessarily a bad thing, and interest rates are a much more interesting and important topic than you might think. I'll break down what interest rates are, why they've been rising steadily in recent months, and give you some guidance on making big decisions that will impact your financial future. In today's episode, you'll find out: How interest rates are set in the economy The different between term premium and credit premium Why borrowing money costs more than paying with cash When it makes sense to borrow instead of saving and paying with cash Why student loans cost more than mortgages How pawn shops and payday lenders prey on the poor Why student loan interest rates are usually lower if you refinance Why interest rates don't matter if you're pursing PSLF or long-term forgiveness Why the government might focus on cancellation vs. lowering student loan interest rates My prediction on student loan interest rates for 2021 and 2022 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

With so much conflicting information out there about the student loan crisis, it literally pays to have some healthy skepticism when asking for guidance on your specific situation. Listen in as I share the five types of groups who you should be slow to trust when it comes to their advice on your student debt. In today's episode, you'll find out: Why some businesses don't prioritize finding you the best strategy When it pays to make things a little more complicated When double debt rules and double consolidation makes sense Five types of groups with hidden agendas in the student loan industry The reason servicers don't give accurate or good advice on student loans Why Reddit isn't the best place for student loan advice How to see past misleading talking points made by brands What happens if you refinance and you shouldn't have Why a lot of debt-free advice doesn't apply to student loans Why free information is rarely ever the best information Why you should be beware what even nonprofits and schools tell you about your debt Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

The American Rescue Plan, signed into law on March 11, makes student loan forgiveness tax-free until the end of 2025. That's a big deal for borrowers on long-term forgiveness. I talk about the implications of this game-changing provision and addresses several potential questions and concerns from our listeners. In today's episode, you'll find out: What to know about the American Rescue Plan as it pertains to student loan debt Who is eligible for tax-free student loan forgiveness under this new law? What's behind the misleading headline showing only 32 people qualified for forgiveness What this most likely temporary provision means for borrowers in the long-term The positives of eliminating taxes on student loan forgiveness Whether borrowers should expect tax-free forgiveness When is the right time to refinance your student loan Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Wondering what's going on with the financial markets? I'm joined by consultants Rob Bertman CFA, CFP® and one of our newest consultants, Molly Laughter MBA, CFA, CFP® to examine whether we're in a bubble. The three of us have a variety of experiences handling billions of investment dollars. We're doing a technical deep dive into what is going on with the financial markets and what the investment landscape in general is currently like. And most importantly, talking about what it all means for investors and student loan borrowers. In today's episode, you'll find out: Are we in a bubble? And if so, why should you be thrilled Why tech have been killing it in the stock market What is a "special purpose acquisition company" (SPAC) How an automatic investment plan is a great antidote to fears of a bubble Is buying bonds dumb right now Our thoughts on robo-investing and Robinhood Day-trading vs long-term investing When you invest in an index fund, what are you actually buying Valuation and why it matters… or doesn't Why deleveraging is always a good plan Should you refinance federal student loans this year? Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Did someone say "tax party?" I'm joined by Lauryn, Meagan and Dan, one of our newest consultants, on the podcast to discuss taxes. We talk about 2020 taxes and things to keep in mind as 2021 unfolds, including the student loan interest deduction, best practices for your traditional or Roth IRA in 2021, how to make full use of the small business deduction, what you need to know about married filing separately versus married filing jointly and much more. In today's episode, you'll find out: Challenges presented by this year's student loan interest deduction New guidance on how lump sum payments by employers might qualify for certain forgiveness programs What you can do with your traditional or Roth IRA before the end of the year The worst-case scenario if you screw up your taxes How to take advantage of the small business deduction What to know about income-driven repayment plans The strategy behind married filing separately versus married filing jointly How amended returns can potentially save you money Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

When President Biden was asked at his first town hall whether he would forgive at least $50,000 of student loan debt, he quickly responded, "I will not make that happen." The president is in support of canceling $10k for borrowers, but there's a catch. Student Loan Planner Consultant Meagan Landress joins me to unpack why the president said what he did, what it means and what borrowers might expect in the next four years. In today's episode, you'll find out: How President Biden addresses the question of student debt Why President Biden isn't behind canceling $50k of student loan debt How it would cost to cancel $10,000 of student loan debt for every borrower Who would be able to avail of student debt forgiveness under President Biden's terms Why might President Biden support 0% interest rates permanently Why this talk around student loan reform is treating the symptoms and not the root cause Will your student debt be cancelled? Why or why not? What you can expect as an alternative if student loans are not canceled When it makes sense for borrowers to refinance Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Do you wonder if you made the right decision to go into the field you did? After investing years of time and effort, along with hundreds of thousands of dollars in student loan debt, do you ask yourself "is the grass greener on the other side?" Join me as I take a deep dive into what peak happiness might look like, how to deal with job regret and the perfect income to achieve maximum happiness as a student loan borrower. In today's episode, you'll find out: What is "the grass is greener syndrome" Pros and cons of physician mortgage (or doctor mortgage) loans How to pay down your student loan using gains from stock market training Whether to double-dip on the federal poverty line deduction when filing taxes separately The perfect income you need to earn to reach peak happiness Why your level of engagement at work is a huge factor in attaining your perfect income How to calculate your perfect income depending on your current student debt How to deal with job regret Ways to overcome unhappiness with your profession Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

A big focus of our podcast is maximizing loan forgiveness when you owe a lot more than you earn in student loans. But what if your income grew to a point where it would cost more if you stuck with forgiveness? Should you abandon student loan forgiveness? Join me as I discuss all you need to consider when making the decision to pay off your loan and abandon forgiveness. In today's episode, you'll find out: How much money you need to make to consider abandoning loan forgiveness Why you should not abandon PSLF if you have accumulated qualifying credit towards forgiveness Why staying on forgiveness might be the best decision even when you can pay off the loan The circumstances that might force you to abandon forgiveness and pay off your loan The revised debt to income ratio for when it makes sense to pay off your loan How to know when forgiveness is no longer a good option Why you shouldn't take a job just because it offers student loan forgiveness What would be the effect of a new PAYE plan with no tax bomb Why you might be unlikely to get student loan forgiveness Why your savings rate is the most important thing when thinking about abandoning forgiveness The reason why you should take the 20-year REPAYE plan if you go for repayment Why Biden's student debt cancellation promise might not happen Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/116 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

What do student loans have in common with the Budweiser Clydesdales? You know, those massive and powerful bay-colored draught horses that you see in Bud advertisements? Forgive the analogy, but you are a Clydesdale. You have more power than you think to steer your professional and, yes, financial destiny. Join me as I make the case that you may be underestimating your ability to handle the load of student loan debt by discussing why our student loan system is, literally, an income tax you can buy your way out of. In today's episode, you'll find out: When to certify your income for forgiveness Why you should consider amending tax returns if you're married The best time to apply for the PSLF benefit The definition of full-time work for PSLF purposes Why the best time to get student loan help is as soon as possible What to do if married couples with student loans can't afford to file tax returns separately Looking at federal student loans as an income tax that you can buy your way out of Why moving from California to Nevada can practically cancel your student loans Why the student loan payment and interest pause is unnecessary for 95% of grad students Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/115 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

President Biden extended the student loan interest and payment freeze for federal student loans on the first day of his presidency. Find out what the freeze means and how you may be affected by it. I'll also talk about the long- and short-term implications of refinancing your student loans in this environment and if you should take advantage of the low interest rates and break down the student loan legislation we might see from the Biden administration in the future. In today's episode, you'll find out: When your next student loan payment might be do How long the student loan interest and payment freeze will last What I think it means for the Biden administration's stance on student loans What the post-election path forward looks like for Republicans The fate of the eviction moratorium Details about President Biden's February infrastructure bill What you need to know about Biden's student loan interest payment suspension Why I don't think Biden will cancel more than $10,000 of student loan debt Which loans got left out of the student loan interest freeze How much the interest freeze will cost When refinancing your student loans makes sense The implications of refinancing student loans in the current environment Student loan legislation and future bills and reform we might see Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/114 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

After navigating the system and successfully applying for financial aid, New York Times columnist, personal finance expert and author, Ron Lieber made it his life's mission to demystify the complexity and help students and their families discover smart ways that they can "beat the system" to get the best value at a reasonable cost. We also discuss his book, The Price You Pay for College, that was released today. In today's episode, you'll find out: How colleges financially take advantage of incoming college students The one hack Lieber says you need to pay less for college How to ask for a financial aid appeal to get more money for college How financial aid is disproportionately disadvantages low-income students and people of color What is merit aid and how did it become so popular at colleges Why state universities have honors colleges Whether an honors college is worth it Why using adjuncts and non-tenured positions don't lower tuition costs What is 'administrative blot' and why it's good for students How college choice impacts the person your marry Why Lieber doesn't think the tax bomb is going to be as big as you think The reason Lieber thinks raising federal borrowing limits can help borrowers Why you should assume your servicer will screw up the reinstatement of your loan payment What Lieber predicts will happen to student loans in a Biden administration Where to get a copy of Lieber's new book, The Price You Pay for College Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/113 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

It's no secret that student loan debt affects people's lives — and not in a good way. The ever-increasing student loan debt is a major cause of frustration and stress for many college graduates in America. Why is that? Who benefits from student loan complexity? Join me as I discuss why you need to know the complexity behind student loans and who are the biggest beneficiaries. In today's episode, you'll find out: Why you need to know the complexity behind student loans How student loan complexity can benefit borrowers Why student loans are as complex as they are When the student loan interest rate is irrelevant How borrowers overestimate the accumulated interest Why student loan interest isn't the real problem - and what is How knowing the rules can give you control over your student debt The myth that says you can't control your own future How your student loan balance grows with capitalized interest How forbearance can double your student loan balance every 10 years The one-step plan to making sure your debt doesn't stress you out anymore Why student loan debt cancellation will never happen How dental service organizations profit off the high cost of education The way banks profit off the system by offering private student loans The role of loan servicers in student loan complexity Why student loans don't have to be scary or frustrating and what to do about it Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/112 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

2020 was a strange and unprecedented year for the entire world. But especially for the United States, it seemed like everything that could go wrong went wrong in 2020. And though we have been thoroughly tested, we remain hopeful for a better future. So how can we invest wisely and create wealth despite the commotion in the world around us? In today's episode, you'll find out: If you would have known what would happen, what would you have done differently in 2020? How the Dow Jones performed in lockdown Why successful stock traders often get things wrong What is momentum investing Why past investment performance doesn't predict future results How undervalued stocks impact investing strategies How interest rates can influence the companies you invest in The role of risk in investing How to balance high growth with the potential of high risk Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/111 Links mentioned: Six-Figure Debt to Six-Figure Income Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

More than half of college attendees in the US take out student loans. Imagine saving your kids from the financial burden of student loans without being super-rich. It's possible with a 529 plan. In this episode, I talk about 529 plans, how they work and why they're a smart way to save for you kids' college education. In today's episode, you'll find out: What a 529 plan is The two types of 529 plans to consider How to save your kids from the burden of student loans How much to save each month to pay for your kids' college What is a UTMA/UGMA account What tax benefits come with saving with a 529 plan Tax penalties to watch out for with a 529 plan What happens to the money if your kid doesn't go to college What is the rule of 72 and how it can double your savings Which states allow you to open a 529 plan anywhere What to do before opening a 529 plan Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/110 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

We've created over 5,000 custom student loan repayment strategies for clients. In this episode, I'm sharing the best repayment tips by occupation. Find out what most borrowers in your profession do with their student loans and how best to pay them off. In today's episode, you'll find out: The one repayment strategy people don't talk about The best student loan tip for physicians How filing taxes can save you money on student loans Why dentist student loan debt varies so much How to make the most money as a veterinarian What's the best student loan strategy for lawyers Which colleges I think are the most deceptive Why forgiveness makes sense for chiropractors The one forgiveness program teachers shouldn't use Why psychologists should go after forgiveness How physical therapists should repay their loans Student loan tips for optometrists, social workers and more Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/109 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

One of the most critical decisions you have to make as a student loan borrower is where to live and work. Join me as I talk about how the location you choose greatly influences your income, your costs and the opportunities available to you for paying back your student loans. The key is to optimize your loan plan for what you want and design your student loans around your life goals. In today's episode, you'll find out: How location impacts whether you should refinance The best cities for student loan forgiveness Why living in a big city could cap your income potential Common traits of healthcare professionals earning over $600k Costs that impact profit when you open your own practice How rural areas can increase employee loyalty in your practice Why you can charge more when there's little competition Whether you should refinance your loans or pursue forgiveness Factors besides student loans that can influence where you chose to live The key to optimizing your loans for what you want How to design your student loans around your life Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/108 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

It doesn't matter how good you are with the sword if you are up against an artillery of guns and other munitions. In the same way, you cannot approach your student loan debt the same way your 60-year-old uncle or your parents approached it. Here's how to take advantage of the new weapons in the war on student loan debt. In today's episode, you'll find out: How WWI compares to student loan debt today How to make big money as a professional The argument against "suck it up and pay your student debt" The big jump in dental school tuition that's 55x more than in 1978 Why big incomes aren't worth the sacrifice Why educational leaders hike up graduate tuition How regulation could stabilize higher education When to know if you should refinance How the refinancing ladder works Where to find the best refinancing bonuses Why forgiveness is a great strategy for borrowers with high debt How much to save if you want to have a comfortable retirement The many strategies, or new weapons, to tackle student loans Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/107 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Lots of topics to cover in this episode - I answer reader questions about student loan repayment and the best strategies for dental specialists. We also dive into what I think about the chance of Biden forgiving student loan debt and what that could mean for your taxes, and we have an interview with Justin Sloan, CFA, CFP, about asset allocation and the best way to save for retirement. In today's episode, you'll find out: Why dental specialists have higher student loan debt than other borrowers How to handle student loan repayment during residency What to do if you didn't file a tax return because you had $0 income How to make a $0 monthly payment on your student loans during residency Whether REPAYE or PAYE makes more sense for repayment What to do about accrued interest on your student loans When paying extra on your student loans is like throwing money away Why it doesn't make sense to pay extra toward accrued interest Will Biden cancel some student loan debt Can student debt cancellation be done legislatively What happens if Biden issues an executive order canceling student loan debt Why canceled student loan debt could cost you more money How to best save for retirement The importance of asset allocation and diversifying your savings vehicles Why your 401k isn't enough How to get financial flexibility when preparing for retirement Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/106 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Your student loan balance at the end of your program can balloon more than you thought you'd end up with. Find out how that happens, why I think America's first $700,000 dental degree is worth it and why your student loan debt doesn't matter as much as you think. In today's episode, you'll find out: The hidden cost of higher education How tuition inflation impacts students How much accrued interest adds to your loan Why your loans balloon so much while you're in school How to calculate tuition inflation using the Wayback Machine Lies admissions counselors tell you to convince you to enroll How NYU can charge $700,000 for a 4-year DDS degree Why expensive law schools, medical schools, dental schools and other professional degree programs cost so much How your student loan payment can be the same for $700k and $200k of debt When to look at student loan debt as a tax instead of a debt Why I think the tax bomb will disappear in a few years Loopholes to maximize IDR plans and pay 5% of your income Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/105 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

If you're facing a potential salary decrease due to decreasing insurance reimbursement rates, you can start to worry about paying your student loans. In this episode, I talk about steps to take to mitigate the impact and what you can do if you're in this situation. I also cover lessons you can learn about managing your student loans from Trump's finances. Find out how to lower your tax liability and save money on your student loans using lessons from Trump's tax records. In today's episode, you'll find out: How Medicare reimbursement decreases can impact salaries in healthcare The ripple effect of reimbursement cuts on student loan payments How to deal with salary cuts when you have student loan debt Why I think the tax bomb won't be a problem because it won't be collectible How healthcare business owners might be impacted by reimbursement decreases Lessons from Trump's finances as reported by the New York Times How to reduce your tax liability when the tax bomb comes due Why real estate is a great strategy to lower your tax liability How to get out of paying taxes on the forgiven balance of your student loans The benefits of tax-loss harvesting How to use retirement contributions to lower your tax bill Strategies business-owners can use to decrease their tax liability Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/104 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Each state is working to certify the official election results, but we have an apparent winner in President-Elect Joe Biden. Given the history of Obama-Biden student loan policies, it's likely that we'll see some progressive changes that could affect the future of student loans. Here are seven things that a Biden administration may try to achieve, and my thoughts on how that could affect the treatment of student loan debt going forward. In today's episode, you'll find out: What a Biden administration could mean for the future student loans Why Biden might make applying for bankruptcy for student loans easier, and why it doesn't matter What forgiveness might look like under Biden's plan for borrowers What a compromised forgiveness expansion might look like Why reducing IDR payments could be bad for everybody How the REPAYE program was born and what that could mean for student loan reform How increasing Pell Grants could be a big win for working class or lower-income families Why eliminating the tax bomb likely won't happen in the next 4 years How making college free would cause the cost of tuition to skyrocket Why I think Biden's team grossly underestimated the cost of their student loan plan Will Trump extend the student loan interest and payment freeze When you should refinance your federal loans Whether you should refinance even if your interest is 0% Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/103 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

People love retirement accounts. If I had a dollar for every time someone got excited about contributing to their backdoor Roth IRA, I would probably be a millionaire. While it's great energy to have, it's not that important to your long-term financial future. In this episode, I share my thoughts on why your retirement accounts don't matter nearly as much as you think. In today's episode, you'll find out: Reader question: Are student loan repayment grants worth it? Reader question: Two key differences in employer student loan programs Reader question: Can you prepay or make lump sum payments for PSLF? Why backdoor Roth IRAs aren't as great as you think My shocking confession about backdoor Roth IRAs When retirement accounts actually DO matter Why age 50 is a key milestone in your retirement plans Why retirement accounts can't help you if you want (or need) to retire early How to use a brokerage account as a financial safety net What to do if you want to be financially independent How low-income individuals can reach early retirement Why you shouldn't optimize every financial decision Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/102 Links mentioned: StudentAid.gov PSLF guidelines Physician on Fire guide to backdoor Roth IRAs Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

With the election looming, we're all anxious about what might happen. And with that, a public service announcement: If you haven't voted, please go vote! Regardless of who wins, there are risks to your finances post-election. I'm sharing the five biggest risks that you should pay attention to - and how to overcome them - once the election season is over. In today's episode, you'll find out: How candidate policy changes could impact your finances Why you shouldn't worry about finishing your education How going back to school can help you financially How professional credentials can boost your career Why getting more education is key to financial success Why inflation might not be a bad thing How to know if now is a good time to buy a house How to use low inflation to your advantage as a renter What might be coming down the pipe for student loan reform Why I think the tax bomb will go away in the next four years When to refinance no matter what happens with the election Why financial setbacks won't matter that much in 2021 How to make better decisions to minimize the financial impact of political leaders Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/101 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

For this milestone 100th episode, I'm joined by all four consultants. Because we're just one week away from the election, I'm talking with them about the election and what we expect could happen to your student loans regardless of who wins the 2020 presidential election. In this episode, you'll find out: A recap of Travis' paternity leave Travis' preferred brand of diapers for his new baby The difference between a "trip" and "vacation" when you're a parent The probability of there being a "blue sweep" How the Biden plan could impact student loans going forward Bipartisan support that we've seen during stimulus discussions How long we think the payment and interest freeze can last Will the consultants get a COVID vaccine when it's released The impact of inflation of your financial life and spending plans The role of gambling and trading cards in the pandemic Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/100 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Justin Harvey, CFP®, and Rob Bertman, CFA, CFP®, explore income-driven repayment (IDR) plans, how each can affect your financial future, and strategies to help you maximize your student loan repayment and keep more money in your pocket. In today's episode, you'll find out: What the IDR payment cap is and what plans have one Which IDR plans are best for physicians and other high-earning professionals How the Standard Repayment Plan can factor into your IDR plan Which plan is best if you expect a big jump in income The two main strategies you need to pay off student loans When it makes sense to refinance When it's okay for your student loan balance to grow over time When you should - and shouldn't - pay extra on your loans What percentage of income each IDR plan uses for their monthly payment How long taxable forgiveness takes The impact of spousal income on student loan payments Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/99 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Is there anything scarier than student loans? With Halloween just around the corner, student loan experts Lauryn Williams and Meagan Landress share scary updates from 2020 and terrifying student loan stories. In today's episode, you'll find out: An update on student loan changes so far this year If student loan payments will be suspended after December 31 Should you recertify your income-driven plan before the end of the year Why recertifying your income now could be a smart strategy What to do if your mortgage broker won't qualify you for a mortgage How to handle student loans if you think bankruptcy is your only choice What happens if you pass away with a student loan balance Can disabled veterans have student debt discharged What to do if you have FFEL loans and want to qualify for PSLF How to figure out how long you've been in an income-driven plan Full show notes at http://studentloanplanner.com/98 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

We have seen a lot of changes to the student loan system over the last few months. The Student Loan Planner team of consultants - Meagan Landress, Lauryn Williams, Justin Harvey, and Rob Bertman - are following the changes to keep you up to date. In this episode, they're answering your questions to give you the low-down on student loans. In today's episode, you'll find out: How your payments are calculated if your income goes up How a partial financial hardship factors into your payments Can your servicer kick you off an income-driven repayment plan Pros and cons of employer student loan benefit packages Whether student loans can be discharged in bankruptcy How to take advantage of student loan relief Should you consolidate your FFEL loans How to lower your student loan payments if you're struggling to pay Will schools lower tuition because of virtual classes Full show notes at http://studentloanplanner.com/97 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Student Loan Planner consultants Rob Bertman and Meagan Landress share their best tips to find balance with budgeting, saving, investing, and paying off debt without sacrificing your quality of life. In today's episode, you'll find out: The right balance between paying off debt and saving for the future The one thing you need to set yourself up for financial independence Why Landress thinks zero-based budgeting is exhausting and what she does instead Bertman's 3-step process to setting up the perfect budget Strategies to realistically reduce how much you spend each month Why experimenting with budgeting methods can help you long-term How to find balance with your finances as a couple Should you take savings out of the bank to pay off your credit card debt How to prioritize your private student loans with income-driven repayment options Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/96 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Physicians often ignore their student loan debt because so much of their brain space and emotional energy is dedicated to their vocation of medicine. In this episode, Student Loan Planner consultants Lauryn Williams and Justin Harvey explore unique student loan considerations and strategies for physicians. In today's episode, you'll find out: An inside look at Justin and Lauryn's personal lives How Justin and Lauryn each met their spouses Mental health challenges and compartmentalization physicians face Why it's bad advice to ignore student loan debt during residency Specific strategies to get in front of student loan debt during residency How a student loan consult during residency saved one physician $80k Considerations anesthesiologists must face when choosing employment When working at a hospital might not qualify an anesthesiologist for PSLF Why it might make sense to refinance your physician student loans Why mental health matters in your student loan repayment plan The importance of "following the money" for financial advice Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/95 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

With Travis on paternity leave, the consultants are taking over the Student Loan Planner Podcast. All four consultants come together to share the good, the bad, and the ugly about student loans and your personal finances. In today's episode, you'll find out: Who are the Student Loan Planner consultants How to make a career change when you have student loans How bad advice from a friend cheated a client out of qualifying for PSLF Sometimes letting your balance grow over time makes sense How to pivot your student loan plan as your life changes The importance of keeping your options open Why every married couple in a community property state needs a consult Why you need to invest in yourself to accomplish financial goals How living abroad can erase your monthly student loan payment Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/94 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

If you're frustrated with your job and dreaming about making a change, this episode is for you. I'll show you the 3 traits you need to learn to love your job. And if you can't? That's okay because we'll talk about the steps you can take to leave your job and do something you love. In today's episode, you'll find out: How to boost your happiness long term instead of just temporarily How to find gratitude despite student loan debt Why comparison is the thief of joy Why you shouldn't worry about imposter syndrome How to feel capable of achieving your goals despite your loans Why I left my job in corporate America Steps you need to take to make a change in your career Why you need money even though it can't make you happy Why it's okay to go back to school and get a different degree Why you can pursue your passion when you have student loan debt Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/93 Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

The pandemic has brought a significant amount of stress into our lives. For borrowers already feeling pressure because of high student debt balances, this might be the breaking point. Which professions regret their career the most? And is it because of the pandemic or because of student loan debt? I reveal what our listeners say are the best and worst jobs during the pandemic. In today's episode, you'll find out: "Career regret" survey results from 3,000 professionals Why 3x as many people regret their career because of student loan debt Who has the biggest career regret because of coronavirus The best jobs to have during the pandemic Which profession wishes they could get a "do over" because of student loans The key factors that make careers more pleasant during the pandemic The best profession for not worrying about student debt Religious workers can now qualify for PSLF Real quotes from listeners about job satisfaction Why PTs aren't respected as being a doctor The 2 clear paths to student loan repayment for physicians What to do if you're unhappy in your career Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/92 Links mentioned: Leave me a voicemail and your question could be featured on our show Faith leaders now eligible for PSLF Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan