Those affected by the change "are obviously, and rightfully so, really worried about this," one advocate said.

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The Education Department quietly announced that there are no plans to restore a key tracking feature that had briefly allowed borrowers to assess their student loan forgiveness progress, before the ...

Rhode Island and Providence education officials say a loan forgiveness program for educators of color is “no longer in effect ...

Certain types of student loan forgiveness is taxable again after a law expired in 2025 that shielded borrowers. The taxation change applies to the U.S. Department of Education's income-driven ...

Student loan borrowers are about to see some of the practical changes the Trump administration is making to the system that will affect their borrowing capabilities and monthly repayments after a year ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Adam Minsky is an attorney and writer focusing on student loans. As the year comes to a close, student loan borrowers continue to ...

Starting in January 2026, millions of Americans with federal student loans will face significant shifts in how their debt is managed, as the federal government resumes wage garnishments and some forms ...

Millions of borrowers who are behind can expect the government to tighten repayment options this year. Experts say take action now to get help. By Ann Carrns Millions of borrowers have fallen behind ...

An exemption that made student loan forgiveness tax-free ends in 2025. That means borrowers who complete the requirements for forgiveness in 2026 should prepare for a higher tax bill. Taxpayers who ...