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#RI-6a9f8d06·5 months ago·
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“Switch from SAVE to Old IBR”
What Actually Happened
Nelnet's estimate was much higher than expected, causing financial stress
What I wish I knew
"Nelnet uses gross pay, not net income"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Research legitimate strategies to lower Old IBR payment"
Regret Index
10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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Same Outcome Band
36%
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