Getting Rid Of Student Loan Debt Takes Working Both Harder And Smarter

  • 6 years ago
The Federal Reserve reports Americans owe $1.5 trillion in student loan debt. It's an enormous financial burden for many, but Business Insider reports paying off student loans is possible if approached systematically. To start hacking away at the balance, start by first figuring out how much you actually owe. "Triage" your debts by switching federal student loans to an income-driven repayment plan to lower monthly payments.