Help for student borrowers, but is it enough?
President Obama has announced a new program to lower monthly payments for students graduating next year and beyond, and let other student borrowers consolidate loans at a lower interest rate.
With student loan debt exceeding $1 trillion, and the cost of college continuing its upward trajectory, will that be enough?
Guests:
Heather Jarvis: student loan expert who provides resources and training for student loan borrowers.
Anya Kamenetz: senior reporter for Fast Company and author of the books "Generation Debt" and "DIY U."
Join us for a live chat below.
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