student loans

My husband and I recently had our first child. We are considering opening a 529 plan for him, but between the two of us, we still have about $15,000 in college loan debt.

Our student loans are locked in at a low interest rate (around 3 percent). On the one hand, we know that money invested in a 529 plan now will earn more over time than money invested later.

Giving your child or grandchild a 529 plan is a good idea: Years from now, when they graduate without student loans, they'll thank you..

The Obama administration unveiled a plan to help borrowers with student loans, but some of the most desperate borrowers won't benefit.

Student loan borrowers who graduated in May will have to start making payments in November, a real problem for those who still don't have a ...

Much of the debt from student loans cannot be erased through bankruptcy, but there’s a movement to change the law.

Our student loan expert answers questions about a new Sallie Mae loan and when wages can be garnished.

Our student loan expert answers reader questions about on-time and accelerated payments and default rules.

Our expert answers reader questions about income based repayment plans and loan forgiveness for public service workers.

If you owe for student loans, back taxes or any of several other types of debt, don't expect those IOUs to be wrapped into a settlement plan.

Private lenders might be seeking student loan business again, but it pays to explore all your options first.