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How can I get around my husbands student loans?

Written by Sam on December 6th, 2008

hope asked: Ok heres the thing, I want to go to college. I had a child in highschool so never applied then. I married & now that the kids are older (12, 10, 9) I want to go back to school. Every time I apply for aid I get turned down because of outstanding student [...]

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What to look for when shopping around for home equity loans?

Written by Sam on November 28th, 2008

27amDotCom asked: Any advice on what to look for when shopping around for home equity loans?
Are there referral commissions?
I have a couple of individuals looking for a home equity loan … I told them I’d look into it for them. I’d like to find a quality vendor, but if referrals commissions are paid out, I’d [...]

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How can a student with several loans get approved for a home loan?

Written by Sam on November 28th, 2008

Anna H asked: I am currently a student with several student loans out in my name. I have a good credit score but am only able to work part time due to school. I make enough money to cover monthly rent with my boyfriend. We want to get into a house but I fear my [...]

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What is the best way to pay off student loans?

Written by Sam on November 27th, 2008

trinikisses asked: Upon completion of college, I will owe in access of $40,000 (should have chosen a cheaper University). Besides hoping for a well paying job, any tips on how to pay off the loans in a 3 year time period? I want to go to grad school but I am willing to stop after [...]

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Is interest paid on student loans tax deductible?

Written by Sam on November 16th, 2008

sigcyril asked: I have about $120K in student loans right now that I am paying off. I paid about $7500 in interest in 2006 on those loans. My loan provider sends me a form stating this for tax purposes. Is it tax deductible?Powered by Yahoo Answers

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Why can people get loans that are in debt deep?

Written by Sam on November 9th, 2008

existingtobe asked: My mom is in debt deep and takes out loans all the time to either pay the mortgage or pay off another debt. Why do loan companies allow this, except for the fact that they don’t care?Powered by Yahoo Answers

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Paying off student loans where do I start?

Written by Sam on November 5th, 2008

nisseee asked: I graduated in May so I know it’s about time to start paying my loans off. Will the lenders be sending me a bill or do I have to set up a payment plan with them. Also, I have loans from a few different lenders, is there a way to consolidate them? Will [...]

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What do i do with student loans once i graduate?

Written by Sam on October 31st, 2008

setzer_katie asked: I am graduating in a month and need to know when i have to start paying my student loans? I heard that i am supposed to consolidate my loans into one loan.. Is this true? Has anyone ever done this?Powered by Yahoo Answers

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Will deferring student loans affect my credit?

Written by Sam on October 30th, 2008

d asked: I am planning to go to law school in the fall and want to stop paying my student loans to save up some money. Would getting a deferment/forbearance affect my credit and/or ability to get future student loans?Powered by Yahoo Answers

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What is the best way to go about college loans?

Written by Sam on October 28th, 2008

lilys.petal asked: I have at least 3 more years which will need additional funding besides my own income, are college loans a good option? Can I pay off my loans within 5-10 years?Powered by Yahoo Answers

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