Borrowers Are Seeing “Default” Warnings That Aren’t True — Here’s What’s Going On

Borrowers Are Seeing “Default” Warnings That Aren’t True — Here’s What’s Going On

Borrowers Are Seeing “Default” Warnings That Aren’t True — Here’s What’s Going OnRachael
Published on: 10/01/2026

This week, thousands of federal student loan borrowers logged into their accounts and were met with a terrifying message: a bright red warning claiming their loans were in default.

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Higher-Income Borrowers Now Qualify for Lower Payments and Long-Term Relief — Here’s What Just Changed

Higher-Income Borrowers Now Qualify for Lower Payments and Long-Term Relief — Here’s What Just Changed

Higher-Income Borrowers Now Qualify for Lower Payments and Long-Term Relief — Here’s What Just ChangedRachael
Published on: 08/01/2026

A major shift in federal student loan repayment quietly took effect right before the holidays and it’s opening doors for millions of borrowers who were previously shut out of affordable payment options.

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Over 300,000 Borrowers Were Blocked From Switching Repayment Plans — Here’s What Actually Happened

Over 300,000 Borrowers Were Blocked From Switching Repayment Plans — Here’s What Actually Happened

Over 300,000 Borrowers Were Blocked From Switching Repayment Plans — Here’s What Actually HappenedRachael
Published on: 06/01/2026

As millions of borrowers continue navigating the return to student loan repayment, a new issue has surfaced and it’s affecting people on a massive scale.

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Student Loan Delinquencies Surge to Alarming Levels — Credit Score Report

Student Loan Delinquencies Surge to Alarming Levels — Credit Score Report

Student Loan Delinquencies Surge to Alarming Levels — Credit Score ReportRachael
Published on: 02/01/2026

Financial pressure is building across the country, and new data shows that student loan borrowers are being hit the hardest.

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