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9 Things You Need To Know About Ascent Student Loans

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 29, 2021

There are a number of key parts that factor into a loan: eligibility criteria, repayment options, student loan interest rates, and perhaps most importantly—the lender. You’ll come across many lenders in your search for a loan. One you should definitely consider is Ascent. Here are a few things you should know about Ascent so you can …

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Should I Refinance My Student Loans with Credible? 5 Things to Know

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 31, 2020

Are you asking yourself “should I refinance my student loans?” Well, if you are, the key to finding the best deal is to shop around and compare offers from different lenders. While this strategy is effective, it can be time-consuming and even confusing. And sometimes, when you find one that looks attractive, you may not …

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6 Things You Need to Know About Earnest Student Loan Refinance

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on May 5, 2021

When it comes to student loan refinance, there are a number of options to choose from. Earnest is one such lender, and it may be a good choice for you. Available to both undergraduates and graduates, we consider it one of the best options out there. However, there are some things you should be aware …

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4 Things You Need to Know about Credible Student Loans

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on August 5, 2021

If you’re looking to take out a student loan to pay for college, you’ll definitely want to check out Credible. Their website helps you find private student loans by comparing the different interest rates, repayment plans, and more through their simple-to-use application. Before you use their service though, here are four things you need to …

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7 Things You Need To Know About College Ave Student Loans

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on August 19, 2021

Although it’s a relative newcomer to the student loan market, College Ave has already built a formidable reputation as a reliable and supportive lender. If you are exploring your student loan options, here are a few things you should know about College Ave. 1. Types of Student Loans Available College Ave offers two main types of …

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8 Things You Need To Know About Refinancing Student Loans With LendKey

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on August 1, 2021

By the time you’ve graduated from college, you are likely to have accumulated student loan debt. Fortunately, there are things you can do to lower the overall cost of your student loan debt. One way to do this is by refinancing your student loan. Once you decide that you want to refinance your student loans, …

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10 Things You Need To Know About Refinancing With Laurel Road

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on October 27, 2021

Refinancing your student loans can help you save a substantial amount of money by the time you’ve cleared off your debt completely. There are many student loan lenders that will help you refinance your student loans. One great company to check out is Laurel Road. Here are 10 things you should know about student loan refinancing …

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Different Types of Federal and Private Student Loan Repayment Plans

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 3, 2019

Student loans come from two major sources: the federal government and private lenders. Both of these have completely different terms and conditions, interest rates and repayment plans. Federal student loans should be your first pick of the two. They offer lower interest rates and more flexible terms. Take the time to learn about the different …

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How to Make a Student Loan Repayment Strategy Before Graduating

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 16, 2021

Waiting till after your payment term starts ‘to see how it goes first’ before making a plan can be a huge mistake. Paying back student loans can get stressful very quickly. Making a student loan repayment strategy even before you graduate will help you avert any potential disasters. Smart Strategy for Student Loan Repayment Start …