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Think you might qualify to get your federal student loans forgiven under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program? Here’s a step-by-step on how to qualify—and how to get your loans forgiven.

See also: Is Public Service Loan Forgiveness All it's Cracked Up to Be? 4 Things to Know

If you're struggling with student loans, you’re not alone. On average, graduates leave school with $37,172 in education debt. Worse, it takes most people nearly 20 years to pay off the loans in full.

If you’ve decided to tackle your debt by refinancing your student loans, going through a credit union instead of a traditional bank can be a smart choice that can save you money. Even better: There's a new, innovative lending platform that can make finding the best deal a whole lot easier. Let's talk about how to find a loan through LendKey. 

Managing a serious disability is difficult, no matter what your life situation. Throwing in student loan debt on top of an unexpected medical condition can make things feel downright unmanageable. 

Fortunately, some borrowers who are disabled may be able to discharge all of their federal student loans.  If you have federal loans and are considered permanently and totally disabled, you may qualify. 

Have you recently been contacted by Premier Student Loan Center? If so, you should know that online reviews suggest that Premier Student Loan Center is not a reputable company. 

Wage garnishment is often the last resort for creditors and collectors who are looking to collect on delinquent debt. This process is triggered when your employer is legally required to deduct up to 25% of your earnings to pay off your debt. When it comes to student loans, this usually happens after you default on your payments.

The best way to avoid wage garnishment is to make you don't default on your student loan debt in the first place. But when you're already in the process, there are five ways to stop it—without  necessarily paying someone to help you. Here's what you need to know.

What’s the best way to tackle multiple student loan payments? Should you pay a little extra on every loan, every month? Or is it better to focus your attention on one loan at a time?

Paying down high-interest loans first can save you more money, but tackling low-balance loans first can provide a powerful mental boost. Of course, federal and private loans may have different loan terms that are worth considering. Let's take a look at how to parse out what's right for you.