Dr. Meredith Jones and Joe Warner, both Certified Student Loan Professionals, talk about what actually happens during a student loan consult for veterinarians. If you’ve ever wondered how we sort through repayment rules, forgiveness options, and tax implications, this episode walks you through it step by step.

Highlights:

1. Why veterinarians seek student loan guidance: overwhelm, confusing regulations, major life changes, and uncertainty about which plan is best
2. What you share beforehand (your student loan file, plus your spouse’s if they have federal loans) so we can prepare
3. How the consult starts with your goals and your student loan story, which helps shape the conversation
4. How we compare repayment plans, estimate long-term costs, check progress toward forgiveness, and decide whether you’ll need to save for a future tax bill
5. Why your tax filing status can change your payment far more than you’d expect if you’re married
6. What you walk away with: clear action steps and follow-up email support if questions come up afterward

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