Frequent Student Loan Fails and FAQs with Lauryn Williams, CFP, CSLP

Published: June 1, 2021, 5 a.m.

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Join consultant Lauryn Williams, CFP\\xae, CSLP\\xae, as she addresses the two most common \\u201cfrequent fails\\u201d around handling student loan debt and answers frequently asked questions from clients and podcast listeners. You\\u2019ll also learn more about Lauryn, her background, and how she went from Olympic medalist to financial planner.

In today\\u2019s episode, you\'ll find out:

  • What our consultants can help you with, aside from issues related to student loans
  • Why you don\\u2019t need to pay extra toward your loans if you are going for forgiveness
  • How to get a student loan refund if you\\u2019ve been paying extra during the payment freeze
  • What it means when interest capitalizes and why it can cost you more in the long run
  • Whether you should still contribute to a 401k if your employer does not match
  • How to contribute to a Roth IRA if you are married filing separately
  • What happens to your current retirement plan if you leave your employer
  • How much you should have saved in your emergency fund
  • Lauryn\\u2019s pick for the best budgeting tool
  • How to approach getting life insurance after having a baby
  • The power of mindset if you\\u2019re struggling with student loan debt or monthly bills
  • What to do if you\\u2019re feeling overwhelmed with your student loan debt

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