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Episode 3313:

Jen Hayes challenges the common belief that student loans are “good debt,” showing how high interest, limited return on investment, and the inability to discharge loans in bankruptcy can create a lifelong financial burden. She urges students to consider alternatives, such as working and saving before pursuing a degree, and to be strategic about choosing affordable education paths with practical majors.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.jenhayes.me/student-loans-bad-debt/

Quotes to ponder:

"Interest on student loans compounds, this means that the interest itself collects interest."

"Student loan debt, unlike most other forms of debt, cannot be eliminated during bankruptcy."

"Whatever you decide to do, don’t believe the lie that student loans are 'good' debt."

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