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  • Almost done w/ college

    I have about $30k in accumulated student loan debt with interest rates around 6.8%. Is there a way to refinance these to get a lower rate?

  • #2
    what type of loans are they? Federal, private, etc.

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    • #3
      Stafford loans at around 6.8%.

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      • #4
        I think you can only consolidate them at a blend of their current rates... but you can get quarter points knocked off for direct withdrawl, on time payment for a year, etc.

        Look around... you might be able to find a dea.

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        • #5
          WaiJai, just curious what you studied in school and what type of job you hope to get or have gotten with your education?

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          • #6
            Congratulations on finishing up your college education.

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            • #7
              Do you happen to own a house or any other assets?

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              • #8
                I'm currently in the corporate world working as a senior analyst in the mortgage industry. I will be getting a BS in Finance. I currently do not own a home, but assets I have are personal assets such as two paid for cars. I have about $25k in 401k.

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                • #9
                  What are the cars worth? Could you sell them and purchase something small to drive around for a while? Your cars could very well be the key to getting out from under this debt...otherwise they are costing you 6.8% to own.

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