Personal Finance
Millions Face Student Loan Default
Student loan defaults rise as payment pauses end and new plans change, affecting millions of borrowers.
Many student loan borrowers now face tough times. About one in five borrowers are in default. This means 9.5 million people cannot make their payments. They owe a lot of money, around $233 billion.
Changes in student loan rules caused this problem. The government stopped its payment pause. A program called the SAVE Plan also ended. These changes made it harder for people to pay back their loans.
Borrowers need to understand their options. They can contact their loan servicer. They might find new payment plans or ways to avoid default. Acting fast helps protect their financial future.
Source: Fox Business
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