Navigating the Student Loan Payment Pause

This chapter examines the effects of the student loan payment pause on borrowers' financial health, focusing on prioritizing debts and managing stress. It reveals challenges related to income-based repayment plans and the shortcomings of loan servicers, especially in maintaining accurate borrower records. Through personal anecdotes, it highlights the anxiety and confusion borrowers face as they prepare for the resumption of payments amidst rising costs.