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Maximizing Employee Benefits to Reduce Student Loan Payments

In this episode of the Escape Student Loan Debt Podcast, we discuss how understanding and utilizing employee benefits, particularly during open enrollment, can positively impact your student loan journey. 

We delve into the concept of pre-tax deductions and explain how they can lower your Adjusted Gross Income (AGI), which in turn reduces your monthly federal student loan payments. 

The episode covers the differences between Roth and traditional 401(k) plans, as well as the benefits of Flex Spending Accounts (FSAs), Dependent Flex Spending Accounts (DFSAs), and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). 

By using these pre-tax benefits, listeners can find significant savings both in their taxes and loan repayments. 

Additionally, we touch on life and disability insurance as part of the employer benefits that could indirectly affect student loan obligations. 

01:13 Understanding Pre-Tax Deductions
03:25 Roth vs. Traditional Plans
05:52 Exploring Flex Spending Accounts
06:56 Health Savings Accounts Explained
14:04 Impact of Life and Disability Insurance