MEFA advises using college savings, taking advantage of an interest-free monthly payment plan, and working part time to minimize borrowing for college.…
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Lisa Rooney
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In the wake of the federal student loan forgiveness plan, MEFA advises the public of a wave of student loan debt relief scams targeting student loan borrowers. …
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Lisa Rooney
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Steps include selecting a MEFA Institute lesson, reading the lesson objectives, completing the lesson deliverables, and filling out the Evidence of Learning Form.…
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Ajea Stupart
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On August 24, 2022, President Biden issued a statement announcing that federally held student loans up to $10,000 ($20,000 for Pell Grant recipients) will be forgiven and the pause on federal student loan repayment will extend through December 31, 2022. …
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Lisa Rooney
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When making a plan to pay for college, consider financial fit, estimate earning potential, borrow federal student loans first, use a monthly payment plan, and borrow wisely. …
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Lisa Rooney
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MEFA is advising student loan borrowers of a recent wave of student loan debt relief scams using high-pressure sales tactics and promising repayment assistance in exchange for upfront fees.…
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Lisa Rooney
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MEFA offers many resources including live webinars, videos, blogs, podcasts, a website with calculators and tools, 1-on-1 appointments, college savings plans, college loans, a savings plan for individuals with disabilities, and The MEFA Institute. …
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Meredith Clement
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Assistance to students includes help if a student withdraws from college due to COVID, suspension of payments and interest on Federal Direct Student Loans and FFELP Loans, and suspension of wage garnishment. …
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Meredith Clement
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Learn how you can earn Professional Development Points (PDPs) by attending MEFA live and recorded webinars.…
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Jennifer Bento-Pinyoun
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