Student Loan Borrowers Delaying Life Milestones Due to Repayment Changes

Student loan borrowers are reportedly delaying major life milestones such as retirement and having children, and taking on multiple jobs, in preparation for upcoming repayment changes. These individuals are making significant sacrifices to manage their financial obligations.

9 Jul, 09:15 — 9 Jul, 09:15

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Student loan debt is a significant financial burden for millions, impacting their ability to achieve financial stability and personal goals. The reported delays in life milestones highlight the broader economic and social consequences of student debt and changes in repayment policies.

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Student loan borrowers are delaying life milestones like retirement and having children.
Borrowers are taking on multiple jobs to prepare for student loan repayment changes.

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Student loan borrowers are pushing off retirement due to repayment changes.

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Student loan borrowers are delaying having children due to repayment changes.

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Student loan borrowers are taking on three jobs to prepare for repayment changes.

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Business InsiderMostly Factual31d ago

Student-loan borrowers are pushing off retirement, delaying children, and taking on 3 jobs to prep for repayment changes

Alyssa Pointer; Katrina d'Autremont; Alyssa Powell/BI After raising her kids, KeliAnne Piscopo wanted a stable career and a steady income. She thought going to school in her 40s was the solution. So in 2014, she took out nearly $54,000 in student loans from the online school Post University to get her bachelor's degree in human services. After graduating, she helped run a public school program helping refugees adjust to life in the US. Funding cuts under President Donald Trump ended the prog...

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YahooMostly Factual31d ago