Banishing The Burden of Student Loan Debt | Travis Hornsby | 122

Feb 16, 2025

Travis Hornsby, the founder of Student Loan Planner, shares his expertise on navigating the complex landscape of student debt. He highlights how the crisis now affects older borrowers and offers smart strategies for repayment and forgiveness. The discussion touches on the impact of recent government policies and the challenges of private loans. Travis emphasizes the importance of professional advice, especially for those in low-paying careers, and explores the potential of the Save Plan to ease financial strain. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone grappling with student loans!

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Intro

00:00 • 4min

Understanding Student Loans and Their Impact

03:31 • 5min

Navigating Financial Realities and Student Loans

08:20 • 13min

Navigating Student Loan Debt

21:16 • 6min

Navigating Private Student Loans

27:25 • 16min

Understanding the Save Plan and Its Implications for Student Loan Borrowers

43:00 • 3min

Navigating Financial Independence

46:19 • 6min

Maximizing Savings Through Student Loan Consultations

52:41 • 3min

Navigating Student Loan Forgiveness

55:37 • 7min

Navigating Student Loan Forgiveness Strategies

01:02:29 • 4min

Embracing the Present Amidst Student Loan Challenges

01:06:36 • 2min

Cultivating Community and Supporting Financial Education

01:08:33 • 2min

We're pulling back the curtain on student loans with expert and founder of Student Loan Planner, Travis Hornsby. Initially impacting younger borrowers, the student loan crisis now affects those in their 40s, 50s, and even 60s. The balances are getting bigger, lasting longer and rules are becoming more complex! It can be confusing, but this episode will give you clarity and help you tackle your student loan challenges head-on. We explore smart repayment strategies, student loan forgiveness, the impact of current and future government policies and more.

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