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If you’re having trouble repaying your loan as promised, requesting a loan deferment might help you temporarily pause or reduce payments. Plus, it can help you avoid late fees and damage to your ...

It’s not uncommon for financial circumstances to change for student loan borrowers over the life of their loans. Whether it’s an unexpected illness, a job loss, or a pandemic, emergencies and ...

If you are unable to make your student loan payments, you can apply for a deferment. A deferment does not mean you don’t have to pay the loan back; you still do. Some typical reasons for obtaining a ...