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#RI-6a6b017e·7 months ago·
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Lookback: 5 years after graduation

Taking out Sallie Mae loans without guidance

Owed $130,000 due to accrued interest and high interest rate

What I wish I knew
"Understand loan terms and seek financial guidance"
If I could tell you one thing
"Be cautious of private loans and high interest rates"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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