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Holding off on College Because of COVID-19

May 11, 2020 Jordan RothmanChoosing Schools

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has greatly impacted most college and graduate students. Many college campuses are currently closed, and students have been forced to participate in classes online. In addition, numerous schools have adjusted grading policies and other procedures to deal with the ongoing pandemic. Given the current environment, holding off on college because of COVID-19 may be a desirable strategy for many students. I recently read a New York Times article that discussed holding… Continue Reading Holding off on College Because of COVID-19

Asking Colleges for Refunds Because of COVID-19

May 4, 2020May 4, 2020 Jordan RothmanChoosing Schools, Repayment Strategies

Almost everyone in the United States has been impacted by COVID-19. Indeed, many people know someone who has been ill with the disease, and millions of Americans have lost their jobs because of the current economic downturn. College students have also been negatively impacted by the ongoing pandemic, since almost every college campus is currently closed, and classes have moved online. In light of the current environment, asking colleges for refunds because of COVID-19 seems… Continue Reading Asking Colleges for Refunds Because of COVID-19

Dealing With Salary Cuts Because of COVID-19

April 27, 2020 Jordan RothmanEarning Extra Money, Saving Money

This website has already posted a number of articles about how student debt borrowers and the population at large have been impacted by COVID-19. Indeed, many people have been laid off or furloughed, and this has impacted their ability to pay off student debt and cover their living expenses. Many people have also had their income decreased because of the ongoing pandemic, and dealing with salary cuts because of COVID-19 can be easier if you… Continue Reading Dealing With Salary Cuts Because of COVID-19

Going to Graduate School Because of COVID-19

April 20, 2020April 20, 2020 Jordan RothmanRepayment Strategies

As this website has discussed in prior articles, COVID-19 has impacted many student debt borrowers and the population as a whole. Indeed, numerous people have been laid off because of the ongoing pandemic, and job prospects are poor for many graduating students and individuals at the beginning of their careers. Some folks may wish to ride out the economic uncertainty by enrolling in graduate school, but going to graduate school because of COVID-19 is not… Continue Reading Going to Graduate School Because of COVID-19

Dealing with Unemployment Because of COVID-19

April 13, 2020April 13, 2020 Jordan RothmanRepayment Strategies

As mentioned in several prior articles, many student debt borrowers have been substantially impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Numerous workers have had their hours cut due to the crises, and some employees have been furloughed and even laid off. Nevertheless, by keeping a few things in mind, dealing with unemployment because of COVID-19 can be a little easier. It should first be noted that this website has already published articles discussing how student debt… Continue Reading Dealing with Unemployment Because of COVID-19

Student Loan Relief Because of COVID-19

April 6, 2020 Jordan RothmanRepayment Strategies

As many people are already aware, on March 27, 2020, Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, also known as the “CARES” Act. This law provides for economic relief to American businesses and residents, and it is the largest government stimulus package ever passed by Congress. In addition, the CARES Act includes a great deal of student loan relief because of COVID-19. Legislators understand that student debt borrowers have been substantially impacted… Continue Reading Student Loan Relief Because of COVID-19

Saving Money While Quarantining at Home

March 30, 2020March 30, 2020 Jordan RothmanSaving Money

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has impacted almost every part of daily life for many individuals. Indeed, most people are currently confined at home in order to help slow the spread of the virus and to ease overburdened healthcare systems. Furthermore, many people are being forced to work remotely because numerous offices have been shuttered due to the pandemic. However, saving money while quarantining at home is possible in a variety of circumstances, and the money… Continue Reading Saving Money While Quarantining at Home

Summer Jobs Can Help With Student Loans

March 16, 2020 Jordan RothmanEarning Extra Money

This website has already discussed how students can work a number of part-time jobs in order to earn money and lower the amount of student debt that is needed to obtain a degree. Indeed, I worked a variety of part-time jobs during the academic year in order to earn extra scratch as a student. However, summer jobs can help with student loans as well, since they may help students earn extra money that can be… Continue Reading Summer Jobs Can Help With Student Loans

Dealing With Depression from Student Loans

March 9, 2020March 9, 2020 Jordan RothmanRepayment Strategies

As many student debt borrowers can attest to from personal experience, student loans can dampen your mood. Indeed, student debt is like a shackle for many student loan borrowers that keeps them from achieving their goals, and may keep some individuals from reaching happiness in their lives. Nevertheless, there are some things you can keep in mind when dealing with depression from student loans. Let me first say at the onset, that I do not… Continue Reading Dealing With Depression from Student Loans

Going to College Just for the College Experience

March 2, 2020March 2, 2020 Jordan RothmanChoosing Schools

This website has already discussed how student loan borrowers can face a number of issues after debt-financing their college educations. As a result, prospective college students need to make careful decisions about whether to go to college and what they should study once they are in college. However, going to college just for the college experience is sometimes appropriate, and college may be worth the cost even if you do not explicitly train for your… Continue Reading Going to College Just for the College Experience