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Pay it Forward After Repaying Student Loans

July 6, 2020 Jordan RothmanRepayment Strategies

When student debt borrowers are repaying student loans, it may be difficult to think about what it will be like when all of your debt is paid off. Indeed, paying off student loans may seem like an impossible task that requires years of dedication in order to accomplish. However, if you stay focused and follow the advice on this website, you should be able to pay off your student loans within a reasonable amount of… Continue Reading Pay it Forward After Repaying Student Loans

Colleges May Go Bankrupt Because of COVID-19

June 1, 2020June 1, 2020 Jordan RothmanChoosing Schools

Prior articles on this website have already discussed how student debt borrowers and the general public are adapting to meet the challenges of COVID-19. Indeed, this website has noted how students may wish to forgo enrolling at certain schools for the time being, since many campuses will be closed for the foreseeable future, and courses can be completed remotely at cheaper institutions. Many commentators have begun to discuss the financial challenges this situation may pose… Continue Reading Colleges May Go Bankrupt Because of COVID-19

Saving Money While Searching for Jobs

May 25, 2020 Jordan RothmanSaving Money

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has had an extremely negative effect on the economy, and has had an especially disruptive impact on the job market. Indeed, millions of people have lost their jobs over the past few months, and the current unemployment rate has not been seen in many decades. Because of the economic climate, many people are currently hunting for jobs, but it can be difficult to search for jobs while saving money, especially if… Continue Reading Saving Money While Searching for Jobs

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

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

Earning Extra Money While Quarantining at Home

March 23, 2020 Jordan RothmanEarning Extra Money

Pretty much everyone in the United States has been profoundly impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Many individuals are required to work from home, and some people have lost their jobs altogether. In addition, many individuals are staying at home except in rare circumstances in order to slow the spread of COVID-19. However, if you keep a few things in mind, earning extra money while quarantining at home because of COVID-19 is possible in a… Continue Reading Earning Extra Money While Quarantining at Home

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

Should You Celebrate Paying Off Student Loans?

January 6, 2020 Jordan RothmanRepayment Strategies

As mentioned in the first article on Student Debt Diaries, paying off student loans was one of the biggest accomplishments of my life. This feat was the culmination of years of sacrifice and toil, since I had to save money in insane ways and work several side-hustles to pay off my student loans. As a result of this crucible, I justifiably wanted to celebrate paying off student debt in order to reward myself for accomplishing… Continue Reading Should You Celebrate Paying Off Student Loans?