Student Loan News
At Student Loan Professor, we’re dedicated to keeping you informed about the latest developments in the world of student loans. Whether you’re a current borrower, a recent graduate, or planning for the future, our news and updates section offers expert insights and timely information.
From changes in loan policies to tips on managing your finances, we cover it all. Stay ahead of the curve with our regularly updated posts, ensuring you have the knowledge you need to make informed decisions about your student loans.
Return-to-Payment Guide for SLP Readers
After 3.5 years of no payment and interest the party is finally over. Interest...
July 2023 Student Loan Updates
Happy July, everyone! I hope you’re having a great summer outside of the...
Overhaul of Income Driven Repayment Plans and New SAVE Plan
The student loan marketplace continues to provide headlines, and we’re excited...
DWOQ Is Rebranding!
Since DWOQ’s inception in 2015, it’s been our privilege to counsel over 10,000...
Biden’s Response After SCOTUS Blocks Loan Cancellation
On June 30th, the Supreme Court handed down their much anticipated decision...
June 2023 Student Loan Updates
SCOTUS Strikes Down Biden’s Loan Cancellation Plan After months of...
SCOTUS Strikes Down Biden’s Loan Cancellation Plan
It’s a HARD NO! SCOTUS thoroughly gutted Biden/DOE’s loan cancellation plan...
Republicans Vote to Block Loan Forgiveness and Restart Payments
Is it just my imagination, or do major stories always seem to break right...
May 2023 Student Loan Updates
I’ll kick off this update with a huge congratulations to all 2023 graduates....
April 2023 Student Loan Updates
I heard that April was Stress Awareness Month. Those of us who have, or work...
Income-Driven Repayment and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Account Adjustment
Originally posted November 9th, 2022.Revised February 8th, 2024. After a full...
“Fresh Start” Initiative Puts Defaulted Borrowers in Good Standing
This post is dedicated to an initiative that was recently launched for student...
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Brandon Barfield is the President and Co-Founder of Student Loan Professor, and is nationally known as student loan expert for graduate health professions. Since 2011, Brandon has given hundreds of loan repayment presentations for schools, hospitals, and medical conferences across the country. With his diverse background in financial aid, financial planning and student loan advisory, Brandon has a broad understanding of the intricacies surrounding student loans, loan repayment strategies, and how they should be considered when graduates make other financial decisions.