Uncertainty Surrounding Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

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The chapter dives into the suspension of the SAVE program and its impact on 8 million participants placed on administrative forbearance, specifically affecting loan forgiveness programs like PSLF and IDR. The conversation discusses the uncertainty and concerns regarding the future of the SAVE program, potential reinstatements of previous payment programs, Supreme Court involvement, and the implications on borrowers' payment and forgiveness strategies. There's speculation on changes in student loan programs due to political factors, possible costs if forgiveness programs are eliminated, and advice on preparing for contingencies and understanding the benefits of existing government programs.

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