Do you need a break from paying your student loans? A guide to deferment and forbearance

The U.S. government offers options to help you reduce—or temporarily stop making—your monthly payments, at least until you get back on your feet.

How much can you save on your student loans?

By using the CommonBond refinancing calculator, you can figure out your savings, your new monthly payment, and even when you’ll pay off your debt.

What is student loan consolidation?

The U.S. government offers a convenient student loan consolidation program that may help you make your monthly student loan payments more organized.

7 ways to reduce your student loan payment

When it comes to student loans, your monthly payment can eat up a significant portion of your paycheck. With such a high payment due every month, it can be difficult to make ends meet or save for the future.

My credit needs work. What student loan options do I have?

The good news is there is a solution for just about everyone, even prospective students with low or non-existent credit scores.

Stuck in a student loan nightmare? Here’s how to find your way out

“Wait—that can’t be right. It just can’t be!” After three years of making steady payments of $370 a month, my $60,000 balance had only gone down about $800.

Is it really worth it to make extra student loan payments?

Putting small amounts of extra cash toward paying down my student loan was a solid strategy that made a huge difference. Even something as simple as an extra $100 a month can save you thousands on interest over the long haul.

Why refinancing has become the go-to solution for millennials with student loan debt

Refinancing is a financial tool that allows recent graduates to save a significant amount of money in the long run by replacing their existing loans with a new one. The new loan often has either a better interest rate or more favorable repayment terms.

How I refinanced my student loans as a freelancer without giving up my freedom

In order to qualify for a refinance loan with a reasonable interest rate, most lenders require applicants to provide proof of employment and solid income. If you're a freelancer whose income fluctuates from month to month, this could present a hurdle.

Is it worth it to refinance your federal student loans?

Federal loans offer government protections, but how do those compare to the benefits of refinancing?

What Is a Good Interest Rate?

Here's how to tell if your student loan interest rate is competitive with the best in the industry.

The Comprehensive Guide to Refinancing Student Debt

How Healthcare Professionals Can Enjoy the Benefits of Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Everything doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals need to know about applying for public service loan forgiveness.

How RompHim’s Elaine Chen Started Her Company in Business School

Here's how business school set RompHim co-founder Elaine Chen up for success.

Four Tips to Reduce Student Loan Debt Stress

Here are a few ways to help deal with the stress student loans can cause.

Refinancing Your Student Loans? Use this Checklist to Save the Most Money

A better interest rate could help you save thousands on your student loans. Here’s how to make sure you get the best deal possible. 

6 Job-Hunting Tips for New College Graduates

Here are some tips on how to make the jump from college to the workforce.

The Comprehensive Guide to Paying Off Your Student Loans

U.S. Visa Holders Have a New Way to Pay Off Student Debt

U.S. visa holders can now refinance with CommonBond.

8 Critical Pieces of Advice I Wish I Knew as a First-Year Lawyer

One Grad Student’s Inspiring Six-Figure Debt Payoff Story

How CommonBond member Paul Hinckley paid off $104,000 in grad school debt.

How to Tackle Dental School Debt

Almost all young dentists face confusing choices after graduation because of the significant amount of student loan debt they have from dental school. The key is for dentists to get on solid financial footing so they can start to tackle their student loan debt.

3 Tips for Building a Career Plan

Kirsten Wellington's story shows that you don't have to know exactly what your dream career will be once you receive your college degree. Here are her tips for building a career plan after graduation.

How to Transfer Your Parent PLUS Loan to Your Child

This how-to guide walks you through the steps of transferring your Parent PLUS loan to your graduate.

Law Grads: How to Handle Your First Summer with Student Loans

The many distractions of summer – and the demands of a bar prep course – can make it easy to forget about your law school loans as they quietly accrue interest. Don’t be tempted, though: Here are three ways to take control of your finances this summer.

How to Find Your Loan Statement

A loan statement has all of the details of your current loan and gives our team the information we need to pay off that loan. In most cases, you can download your most recent loan statement from your current loan servicer.

Student Loan Concepts Explained: Credit Report

Your credit report is a record of your personal credit history created by a credit bureau.

You Just Passed the Bar: Here's What's Next For Your Student Loans

How Refinancing Student Loans Benefits Your Financial and Physical Health

Leading a healthy lifestyle should extend to your finances, too, as taking certain preventive measures today can actually boost your financial — and physical — wellness in the future.

A Student Lender With a Heart: Why I Refinanced My Loans With CommonBond

"Competitive rates, an easy-to-navigate website, and great customer service were all fantastic reasons to choose CommonBond — but the social mission is what I feel the best about."

Our National Doctors' Day Prescription: Four Financial Tips for Starting a Practice

In honor of National Doctors' Day, here are four tips for starting a medical practice.

How to Know If Refinancing Your Student Loans Is Right for You

Here are some ways to know whether or not you should refinance your student loans.

Member Spotlight: 3 Simple Ways to Tackle Your Law School Student Loans

How CommonBond member Eric Chisholm took control of his law school loans.

4 Things to Do Right After Graduating College

Here are four financial steps to take right after getting your degree.

Should I Refinance My Student Loans During the "Grace Period?"

Many student loan repayment plans come with a "grace period" after graduation. Here's what you need to know about refinancing then.

We asked the pros: What are your best money-saving tips?

Here are six money-saving tips from the experts.

Why Now Is the Best Time to Refinance Your Student Loans

There's no better time than right now to refinance your student loans.

4 Real-Life Ways My Partner and I Conquered $60K in Student Loans

CommonBond writer Teresa Ruiz Decker on how she worked with her husband to pay off her student loans.

Should You Refinance with a Fixed-Rate or Variable-Rate Loan?

Which type of refinance loan makes the most sense for you?

We Asked the Pros: What Are Your Best Money-Saving Tips? Part Two

Here are more tips on how to save money in your day-to-day life.

5 Things to Know Before Refinancing Your Student Loans

Done properly, refinancing can be an incredible tool for saving money and getting out of debt quicker. Here's how to do it.

How to Supplement Your Income by Freelancing on the Side

Thinking about getting in on the gig economy? Here's how to supplement your income by freelancing on the side.

How This First Generation College Student Paid off $60K in Loans

CommonBond member Teresa Ruiz-Decker shares how she paid off $60,000 while getting married, having two children, and finding a home.

What You (and Your Cosigner) Need to Know After College Graduation

If you've cosigned a student loan and graduation is in the rearview mirror, what's the next step? Let's dig into the important things students and co-signers need to know after college comes to an end.