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@u_idkshit69420about 2 months ago · e.g. 5 years after
2/10
Settled

Pay off smaller balance loans first

I saved on interest by paying off smaller balance loans first

What I wish I knew
Interest rates and balances are key to repayment
Student LoansRepayment Strategy
@u/Numegb06 months ago · 1 year after
8/10
Regret

Mohela website

Mohela refused to process my payments

What I wish I knew
Verify payment processing
Student LoansPayment Issues
@u/Either-Connection-706 months ago · 1 year after
3/10
Mixed

Navigated IDR plans

Felt ashamed and embarrassed for lack of information

What I wish I knew
How IDR plans worked
Student LoansTisla
@u/Own_Living_68966 months ago · 1 year after
10/10
Severe

Recertified for IBR without understanding interest capitalization

My bill doubled and 9k in interest was capitalized without notification

What I wish I knew
Interest capitalization happens when I'm recertified
Student LoansFederal Loans
@u/FAS43217 months ago · 3 months after
3/10
Mixed

receive Mohela email

Received Mohela email with 90-day repayment deadline

What I wish I knew
loan repayment options beyond RAP and standard plan
Student LoansMohela Notification
@u/AwardSad82927 months ago · 10 years after
1/10
Settled

consolidating to save $309/month

considered saving money but unsure of downsides

What I wish I knew
potential long-term effects
Student LoansConsolidation