The consequences of falling behind on loans or credit card payments are serious, but most retirees may not realize that their student loan debt could adversely affect their Social Security payments. Thousands of retired people are now experiencing decreased amounts,...
Month: August 2012
Coordination between agencies an issue for disabled students
In a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report released this month, the challenged for disabled students are facing major difficulties utilizing federal services aimed to transition from high school into college or the workforce. The Departments of Education,...
Stop labeling SSDI recipients as lazy
As many in Georgia are no doubt aware, the rhetoric that politicians are using these days -- especially in an election year -- is more heated than in recent memory. And one of the popular targets of people advocating trimming federal spending is people receiving...
SSDI beneficiary hits the lottery, was barely getting by
Especially in this economy, it is tough to get ahead financially. Residents of Georgia and other states are constantly struggling to keep their heads above water, seemingly never having enough money to pay bills and put food on the table. But imagine this struggle if...
Education Department changes disability standards
The U.S. Department of Education, in a bid to provide additional protection to student loan recipients who become disabled after attending college, has presented a revamped set of rules for borrowers. The new rules, which would significantly affect borrowers who...