- You don’t have to qualify based on your credit score
- There is no maximum amount available
- You can potentially postpone repayment
- Debts are discharged at the death of all borrowers
- Interest paid on student loans may be tax deductible
Student Loan Consolidation FAQ
By Justin Pritchard, About.com
There are a lot of debt consolidation programs out there. Student loan consolidation programs are unique because they offer certain benefits that only come with student loans. A few of the biggies are:
Index: Student Loan Consolidation FAQ
- What is Student Loan Consolidation?
- Why Might I Consolidate?
- How is Student Loan Consolidation Different?
- What are Some Pitfalls of Student Loan Consolidation?
- All my Loans are From One Source Should I Consolidate?
- How do I Know My Interest Rate?
- Can I Consolidate With my Spouse?
- When Should I Consolidate?
- Who Should I Consolidate With?
Other Sources of Information
Direct Consolidation LoansFSA - Direct Loan ServicingSallie Mae
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