Student loan interest rates to double in July?

Student loan debt has surpassed the $1 trillion mark and in July things can get a little trickier for college grads struggling to pay off their school loans. If Congress doesn't act fast, interest rates on government subsidized loans can potentially increase two-fold by July First. President Obama has publicly addressed Congress in hopes of something being done soon. Stef Gray, economic justice organizer for Change.org, joins us with more.

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Student loan repayment scam

Be cautious of the programs that are out there claiming to help eliminate or pay off student loans. This is a very sensitive subject matter and people will try to take advantage of the situation. The company River Debt which tried to convinced me to sign a 120 month payment plan of $534. If anyone knows any information about this company or any company dealing with such matter, please so we can be aware and educated.

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Student Loan Debt Is the Price You Pay for Being an Idiot With a Degree

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More Young Americans, Burdened By College Debt, Wary of Credit Cards

Many young Americans are burdened with heavy debt from loans to pay for college before they even begin their work life. Concern about paying back their student loan often scare millennials, people between 18 and 35, away from using credit cards. This trend, some experts say, may have a long-term impact on the economy. Faiza Elmasry has the story narrated by Faith Lapidus.

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From: VOA News

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How We Paid Off $55,000 of Student Loans in 14 Months - Debt Free Scream on Dave Ramsey Show

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Should I Borrow Student Loans to Help Pay for College?

In this awesome short and animated video, we'll go over the questions you should ask yourself and the steps you should take before deciding to borrow student loans (federal or private) to help cover your college costs.

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Government launches new website to help pay off student loans

The Department of Education has launched a new website to help people with student loans find a repayment option that best suits their needs.

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Voices of Debt - The Student Loan Crisis: Don't Major in Debt

The cost of college is skyrocketing. Student debt has exceeded One Billion Dollars. Student have borrowed more to pay for their college eduction than they can reasonably expect to payback. "Voices of Debt" documentary is their voice. A warning, and a call for action about this crisis on the verge of national disaster. Don't Major in Debt.

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From: Michael Porte

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Man Doesn't Know How Parents Ever Going To Pay Off Massive Student Loan Debt

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Recent Wesleyan University graduate Zach Wallace confided to reporters Thursday that he has no clue how his parents are supposed to earn enough money to settle his $40,000 in student loan debt.

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Education Loan Payment Calculator : Use a loan calculator to know right education finance needs

Some Education Loan Payment Calculator propose several repayment strategies that can be adopted to help pay off your student loans faster and in an efficient manner.

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