Key Takeaways
Are you struggling with federal student loan debt and looking for ways to maximize your debt relief options? The Department of Education has extended the student loan consolidation deadline to June 30, giving you a chance to consolidate your loans and take advantage of forgiveness programs.
If you have Perkins Loans, Parent Plus loans, or commercially-managed Federal Family Education Loans, consolidating them into a new Direct Loan could help you qualify for more relief. Even if you already have Direct Loans, consolidating could help you maximize your debt relief benefits.
Consolidating your federal student loans is similar to refinancing, allowing you to combine your existing loans into a new loan with a fixed interest rate. By consolidating your loans, you can increase the number of payments that count toward forgiveness and synchronize your forgiveness date.
If you’re unsure about your eligibility for student loan forgiveness, consolidating your loans can still lower your monthly payment and potentially maximize your potential debt relief. It can also help you lock in a fixed interest rate and ensure you get credit for your earlier loan payment dates.
To consolidate your federal student loans, you can apply online at StudentAid.gov before the June 30 deadline. The application process takes approximately 30 minutes, and once approved, it can take up to 60 days to process your consolidation.
If you miss the deadline, you can still consolidate your loans but may not get as much credit for past payments. However, you could still gain access to debt relief programs.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to take control of your student loan debt and potentially qualify for loan forgiveness. Consolidate your federal student loans before the June 30 deadline and start on the path to financial freedom.
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