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Student Loans, Myths & Middle-Class Reality: What Families Need to Know Right Now

In this open Q&A episode of Ol' College Try, Matt and Peg tackle some of the biggest (and most misunderstood) questions families have about paying for college.

From Parent PLUS vs. private loans to loan forgiveness for teachers, they break down what really matters when borrowing for college—and how to avoid costly mistakes. They also dig into the reality for middle-class families who feel stuck between “no aid” and “can’t afford it,” and explain why that assumption might be wrong.

Plus, they pull back the curtain on how financial aid and admissions are actually connected, what your Student…

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