After a three-and-a-half-year pause, federal student loan payments will be required once again, with due dates starting in October. With the average monthly student loan payment being nearly $400, it's fair to say that this could be a financial shock to many borrowers. The good news is that there are two ways you may be able to reduce or eliminate your student loan payments because of the Biden administration's relief plan.
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Student Loan Payments Are Resuming in October -- Here's What to Do If You Can't Pay
There are a couple of excellent options for borrowers who might struggle to make their student loan payments.
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