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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get my student loans forgiven?

Student Loan Forgiveness is not a reduction in debt principal, it is like a payment clock. Whatever amount of debt is left over after the clock runs out is completely forgiven. So in a nut shell, it is our job to leave as much debt left over to be forgiven as humanly possible.

 

This is all depending on the amount of debt, of course. Someone who only owes $10,000 for instance might not ever see any forgiveness.

What is the fee for K2DF services?

We charge 30% of the amount we can save you in the first year of working with us. This fee covers all of our services for the period of one year from the date you decide to work with us. This includes all document preparation, a custom student loan plan, all questions answered, expert advice, as well as up to date changes in the laws that might affect you and your plan.

 

The yearly re-certifcation fee is $250, a significantly reduced fee allowing you to further enjoy the savings of working with K2DF.

Do my payments to K2DF go toward my student loans?

Absolutely not! Any money paid to K2DF is a fee in exchange for our services and it will not go toward your student loans. You will still be responsible to pay your servicer each month.

Side note: if you are investigating companies, stay far away from any company that promises to pay your loan for you, that is not only illegal but a safe way to wind up in serious hot water

Can't I do this myself, why do I need K2DF?

Of course, yes you could do a consolidation yourself at StudentLoans.gov. However – do you know when to do consolidation? Do you know when doing a consolidation could hurt you? Do you know the dangers and pitfalls in the application itself?

And yes, you can even do an Income-Driven Request on your own as well. But do you know the best repayment plan, the best servicer, and all the 5 different ways to show income to ensure you get the lowest payment and the shortest forgiveness period?

Oh and what happens if you make a mistake? Or even worse, if you do everything correctly and the servicing companies make a mistake (this happens about 30% of the time). Do you know what to do then? Are you going to keep up with all the changes and be on time to recertify every year (50% of people who put themselves in these programs fall out for not recertifying, real statistics look it up!)

 

The bottom line is that you can do this yourself, yes. You can also do your own taxes, your own electrical work, and represent yourself in a court of law. However in these scenarios, you might want to seek professional help. Let us ask you – what could you have to gain in having a free consultation with the leading industry experts in student loans?

Will working with Key 2 Debt Free affect my credit score?

Short answer: It won’t affect your score

 

1) If a consolidation is necessary to change your loan types or for other reasons, your debt is simply being moved around. No debt is being added or taken away, therefore your credit will not be affected

 

2) If your monthly payment is adjusted, your credit still will not be affected. Even with a zero-dollar payment, you will still be current and up to date, ensuring your credit score will remain intact.

What if I am a nurse who doesn’t work for a community hospital. Can I still get Public Service Loan Forgiveness?

With Public Service Loan Forgiveness, it all depends on the hospital or employer you work for and how they are set up. If it is a non-profit like a 501(c)3 then yes, you do qualify. For more answers about PSLF please reach out or go the the PSLF FAQ’s at MyFedLoan.org.

Is student loan forgiveness a taxable event?

Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Teacher Forgiveness, and Disability Forgiveness are all tax free.

 

However under our current tax plan, forgiveness on IBR, ICR, PAYE, and REPAYE are all taxable events.

Is interest on student loans tax deductible?

Yes. According to the IRS most current tax code as of 2017 up to $2500 of the interest on your student loans are deductible. During tax season, make sure to reach out to your current servicer/s and ask for the accrued interest paperwork for your taxes.

If you lower my payment will interest continue to grow?

YES! Interest on student loan debt is one of the most aggressive types of interest on the planet – and it never sleeps.

 

Interest will continue to accrue and capitalize if you are paying anything less than the 10-Year Standard payment (roughly 1% of the total loan amount each month). We like to use the analogy that this interest is like walking up the down escalator – you can put tons of energy into it and still not get anywhere. That is why it is so important to have a plan and professionals behind you to ensure that you are headed toward forgiveness and not disaster.

What if the laws change, how will that affect forgiveness etc.?

Great question. We understand the fear because of the current law makers we have in place today.

 

The quickest answer is that you will be grandfathered in if you get into these programs before the law changes. In the promissory note that you signed with the federal government on your “Direct” loans, it outlines all 5 of the repayment plans and all 6 forgiveness types. So if the laws change, they will only affect borrowers in the future because no one can change the terms of a loan’s promissory note after they have been agreed upon.

Should I pay extra to my student loan each month to pay it off faster?

That depends ultimately on the type of debt and the amount of debt. First, everyone’s situation is unique, so giving blanket advice won’t work. That said if you have a small amount of debt, under $20,000, then paying extra (if you can afford it of course) might be a good idea. Especially if that debt is private.

Also, if you have both federal and private student loans, we might advise to save money on the federal using IDR, take that savings and put it toward the private. The private student loan monkey is one you want to get off your back but it still depends on the amount. If you owe over $40,000 you might be paying extra for a very long time and the money could be better used elsewhere.

 

So unfortunately the answer is…it depends. Please reach out to us so that we can discuss your personal situation and make a custom plan for you.

Is there such a thing as good debt or bad debt when it comes to student loans?

Yes, in our opinion, Federal Student Debt is good, and Private Student Debt is bad. Simply because private debt is so much more difficult to deal with.

 

Never EVER refinance and turn a Federal Student Loan into a Private Student Loan!!!

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