How to Tackle Your Student Loans with Jay Fleischman

This week I sat down with consumer protection lawyer and student
loan expert, Jay Fleischman.


Jay has been a consumer protection lawyer for over 20 years. He
helps people find solutions to their student loans problems so
they can plan for the future and achieve their financial goals.
He's a nationally-known speaker on the subject of student loan
resolution, and operates the Student Loan Law Workshop, where he
helps to train other lawyers in this challenging field. He also
hosts The Student Loan Show, a podcast about classic cartoons and
choosing the right ballpoint pen (kidding - it's about student
loans).


HERE'S WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:


The number one concern people have with on student loans

The difference between public and private student loans and
the options for repayment for each.

How to find out what type of student loans you have.

Strategies for dealing with loans that will give you
flexibility with your repayment plans.

What not to do when it comes to paying your student loans.

How your student loans can impact your credit score.

What public student loan forgiveness is and what professions
it applies to.

How to prepare in advance for any taxes due on loan forgiven
balances.



LINKS WE MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:


Jay’s Website

Jay’s e-mail

Blog posts from the Workable Wealth blog that address student
loans:

The Best Options for Student Loan Repayment

How to Start Paying Down Your Student Loans

Can You Have Student Loans and Purchase a Home