Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Adam Minsky is an attorney and writer focusing on student loans. In a major shakeup, one of the nation’s largest student loan ...

Federal Direct Loans are originated by the federal government and don’t come with credit criteria. Federal student loan rates for 2024-2025 range from 6.53% to 9.08%. Rates are expected to be lower ...

Federal Direct Loans offer lower interest rates and added protections compared to private loans. Direct Loans come in four types, including subsidized, unsubsidized, PLUS, and consolidation.

Understand the types, eligibility and repayment plans for federal student loans Written By Written by Staff Senior Editor, Buy Side Miranda Marquit is a staff senior personal finance editor for Buy ...