10 Best Practices For Student Loan Extension

Top 10 Tips For Student Loan Extension

1. Get in touch with your lender as soon as you realize you can't make a payment.

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2. Don't ignore the situation or your lender.

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3. Have a candid conversation with your lender about your finances.

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4. Make a budget and try to stick to it.

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5. Prioritize your debts.

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6. Understand the types of deferment and forbearance available to you.

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7. Consider consolidation or refinancing your loans.

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8. Serve in the military

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9. Work for a nonprofit organization

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10. Get a job in the public sector

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11. Find out if you qualify for loan forgiveness

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