Escape Student Loan Debt Podcast
EscapeStudentLoanDebtPodcast l Student Loan Strategies for the Established Professional
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EscapeStudentLoanDebtPodcast l Student Loan Strategies for the Established Professional
▶ WebplayerTax filings. Investment structuring. Insurance planning. Purchasing your home. Business funding. For listeners with private and federal loans, the Escape Student Loan Debt podcast demystifies Student Loans, how they impact every single area of your finances, and how to get student loan payments or balances forgiven, reduced, re-organized or expedited. Hosted by Brenton Harrison.
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Nov 13, 2026 · 38:54
EPISODE RESOURCES Private Student Loan Session Free Student Loan Review Live Student Loan Strategy Review: High Income, Community Property Taxes, and Lowering AGI for PAYE…
Oct 30, 2026 · 27:50
EPISODE RESOURCES NMNP Open Enrollment Guide Qualifying Life Events Eligible FSA Expenses Eligible Dependent Care FSA Expenses 2026 HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA Contribution…
Oct 16, 2026 · 19:28
EPISODE RESOURCES Schedule A Private Student Loan Review Apply for a Live Student Loan Review Health Savings Accounts Explained FSAs and Dependent Care FSAs Federal Student Loan…
Sep 30, 2026 · 17:58
EPISODE RESOURCES New Payment Guidelines Details Repayment Assistance Plan Explained Two Federal Student Loan “Deadlines” SAVE 90-Day Notices and the Auto-Pay Interest Discount…
Sep 11, 2026 · 16:16
EPISODE RESOURCES Details on SAVE Forbearance PSLF Buyback Under Fire: New Rules, SAVE Off-Ramp Deadlines, Refinancing Headwinds, and How to Protect Your Loan Records The episode…
Aug 28, 2026 · 22:34
EPISODE RESOURCES Updated Payment Guidance from Department of Ed Federal Student Loan Updates: MOHELA Default Letters, IDR Recertification Tips, New On‑Time Rules, PSLF Tracker…
Jul 10, 2026 · 20:52
Post–July 1 Federal Student Loan Updates: SAVE Forbearance Delays, Recertification Strategies, Rate Discounts, and Lawsuit Wins In this episode, we share some…
Jun 12, 2026 · 24:23
EPISODE RESOURCES New Money New Problems Podcast July 1 Deadline Changes, SAVE Ending, New Borrowing Caps, and Myth-Busting In this episode we explore major federal student loan…
May 29, 2026 · 14:19
EPISODE RESOURCES Student Aid Website How to Download and Read Your NSLDS File on StudentAid.gov (and Spot Forgiveness/Credit Errors) As student loan guidelines change and they…
May 15, 2026 · 12:34
EPISODE RESOURCES The Debt Trap The History of Student Loans, Pt. 2 How Student Loans Started: From GI Bill Direct Loans to Federally Backed Bank Loans (1944–1965) During a light…
May 1, 2026 · 16:42
EPISODE RESOURCES RISE Student Loan Regulations Fact Sheet ...I Just Lost $33,709 Episode Repayment Assistance Plan Explained Finalized DOE Student Loan Rules: New Caps,…
Apr 17, 2026 · 28:51
EPISODE RESOURCES Download the updated IDR Guide! Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) Explained: Eligibility, Payment Calculation, Subsidies, and Who Should Use It The episode breaks…
Apr 1, 2026 · 21:31
EPISODE RESOURCES SAVE Plan Cancellation Press Release SAVE Plan Timeline Press Release Parent Plus Loan D-Day, Disallowed Student Loan Guidelines and Details on the Immediate…
Mar 20, 2026 · 12:47
SAVE Plan Dissolved, April 1 Deadlines, and Growing IDR/PSLF Backlogs This episode shares several student loan updates, led by a higher court directing a lower court to honor a…
Mar 6, 2026 · 11:18
EPISODE RESOURCES Schools Eligible for Discharge SAVE Plan Court Update, Forbearance Strategy, and a Borrower Defense Deadline Ruling This episode provides an update on the…
Feb 20, 2026 · 19:13
EPISODE RESOURCES RISE Committee Document Federal Student Loan Updates: RISE Committee Proposals, New Borrowing Limits, Parent PLUS Deadlines, and Forgiveness Processing In this…
Feb 6, 2026 · 32:23
Optimizing Your Student Loan Payments and Understanding Key Tax Strategies This episode of the Escape Student Loan Debt Podcast is a dual-cast with The New Money New Problems…
Jan 23, 2026 · 20:13
EPISODE RESOURCES Read the Dept of Ed Announcement on Wage Garnishment Try the Reddit Backdoor Payment Tracker Download our Guide to IDR Plans Essential Updates on Federal and…
Jan 9, 2026 · 35:41
Navigating the Big Beautiful Bill Act: Strategies for Student Loan Borrowers EPISODE RESOURCES The Smart College Buyer Podcast The Smart College Buyer YouTube Check out this…
Dec 19, 2025 · 21:51
EPISODE RESOURCES ESLD Guide to Income Driven Repayment Plans SAVE Settlement Details Navigating the End of the SAVE Plan: What's Next for Your Student Loans? In this episode we…
Dec 5, 2025 · 17:09
EPISODE RESOURCES Principal Samuelson's Business Insider Feature Preparing Children for College and Beyond: A Conversation with Principal Joseph Samuelson In this episode, we…
Nov 21, 2025 · 46:06
EPISODE RESOURCES Email your stories to hello@brentonsolutions.com ! Smart College Buyer Podcast Connect with Jack Optimizing Your Child's College Journey with Jack Wang In this…
Nov 7, 2025 · 20:42
EPISODE RESOURCES 2025 Tax Tables and Guidelines Eligible HSA and FSA Expenses Eligible Dependent Care FSA Uses Schedule a Private Review Apply for a (FREE) Live Review!…
Oct 24, 2025 · 15:06
EPISODE RESOURCES Joint Case Update Essential Updates on Federal Student Loan Forgiveness This episode covers significant recent updates concerning the forgiveness of federal…
Oct 10, 2025 · 16:28
EPISODE RESOURCES Student Loan Forgiveness Lawsuit Latest OBBBA Student Loan Updates FSA Feedback Portal Joint Consolidation Loan Latest Schedule A LIVE Review Schedule a 1-1…
Sep 26, 2025 · 14:38
EPISODE RESOURCES Federal Mortgage Student Loan Guidelines Navigating Home Buying with Student Loan Forbearance In this episode, we explore how student loan forbearance affects…
Sep 12, 2025 · 10:47
Schedule A 1 on 1 Loan Review Apply for a Live (and Free) Review! IDR Class Action Lawsuit When Will Student Loan Payments Restart? Critical Updates on Federal Student Loan…
Aug 29, 2025 · 15:13
Essential Updates on Federal Student Loans: Consolidation Risks, Deadlines, and Forgiveness Insights Reddit IDR Payment Count Hack Login to studentaid.gov and type…
Aug 15, 2025 · 35:28
In this episode, we review a student loan case whose strategy required changes less than 60 days out from the recording. It highlights the importance of staying updated with…
Aug 1, 2025 · 22:56
In this podcast episode, we are joined by Stanley Tate, a seasoned lawyer specializing in federal and private student loans. Stanley shares his extensive knowledge and practical…
Jul 11, 2025 · 19:14
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Jul 4, 2025 · 23:51
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Jun 27, 2025 · 15:05
EPISODE RESOURCES The Byrd Rule 101 Sign up for a consultation!
Jun 13, 2025 · 15:28
An unfortunate update on the Trump Budget bill.
May 30, 2025 · 1:13
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May 23, 2025 · 18:10
Lowlights from "One Big Beautiful Bill" (definitely not my words) EPISODE RESOURCES Full Text Of The Bill
May 9, 2025 · 17:46
Tune in for student loan updates you need to know! EPISODE RESOURCES How To Track Your Student Loan History
Apr 25, 2025 · 17:23
Check out recent updates and resources for your federal and private loans! EPISODE RESOURCES Student Loan Default Explained Details on IDR Application Processing Court Action…
Apr 11, 2025 · 33:33
Our first live review of a community member's student loan strategy! Submit your loans for review!
Mar 28, 2025 · 21:53
An update on the availability of IDR plans, and a sliver of hope for the future of PSLF Buybacks EPISODE RESOURCES IDR Updates Announcement
Mar 21, 2025 · 12:31
A brief update on recertification deadlines and borrower defense resources. EPISODE RESOURCES College Investor Article on Rising Payments Student Borrower Protection Center Survey
Mar 7, 2025 · 19:07
I try not to overstate things, but this is required listening ... EPISODE RESOURCES Guide to Income Driven Repayment Plans
Feb 21, 2025 · 5:24
A (very) quick breakdown of some clickbait student loan news you might see this week ...
Feb 7, 2025 · 15:11
A dose of reality and a word of warning ... EPISODE RESOURCES Take our Membership Survey! History of Student Loans Part 1 and Part 2 Join our community at…
Jan 24, 2025 · 18:23
Biden's very last update on student loans ... that might all get wiped away. But just in case! Check out this episode for what you need to know. EPISODE RESOURCES Dept of Ed…
Jan 17, 2025 · 20:21
Tune in for some cruicial student loan updates. And if you'd like to receive a complimentary review of your loans as a podcast guest, go to escapestudentloandebt.com/review and…
Dec 20, 2024 · 16:42
A snippet from The State of Student Loans webinar Access The Replay!
Dec 6, 2024 · 19:27
Tune in to learn about Partial Financial Hardship, and why it may become very relevant to those switching their payment plan from SAVE. Annnndddd ... REGISTER FOR THE STATE OF…
Nov 21, 2024 · 13:27
For a very brief period, the PAYE Plan is back. And for certain borrowers, it may be CRUCIAL that you sign up before it's dead again. Tune in to find out why. EPISODE RESOURCES…
Nov 15, 2024 · 15:43
A breakdown of what's likely to come ... EPISODE RESOURCES The Future of IDR Plans
Nov 8, 2024 · 0:45
Give me a week y'all. We'll get to it, I promise
Nov 1, 2024 · 14:31
An update on the SAVE Plan with a huge potential impact on IDR plans in general. EPISODE RESOURCES Department of Ed SAVE Updates Press Release…
Oct 18, 2024 · 21:54
It's open enrollment time, when many employees choose their benefits for the upcoming year. Tune in as we share ways you can use these benefits for the ...benefit ... of your…
Oct 4, 2024 · 18:42
Is it finally time to give up on SAVE and switch to something else? Tune in and find out. EPISODE RESOURCES Download Our Guide to Income Driven Repayment Plans!
Sep 20, 2024 · 15:04
A few student loan deadlines you need to know, plus a 9 figure mea culpa by Navient. EPISODE RESOURCES Fresh Start Program Navient Settlement Student Loan Payment Onramp And if…
Sep 13, 2024 · 1:19
Go to escapestudentloandebt.com/guide to download yours now!
Sep 6, 2024 · 14:20
Student loan updates you need to know! EPISODE RESOURCES Private Student Loan Refinancing Episode How To Review Your Student Loan History Studentaid.gov Screenshots And if you…
Aug 23, 2024 · 20:30
All the details on a new program for borrowers aiming for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. EPISODE RESOURCES PSLF Buy Back Credits AND IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY, JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST…
Aug 9, 2024 · 17:38
Check out the latest fallout from the judiciary pause of the SAVE plan and its impact on other IDR plans. PLUS, a brief snippet from our webinar, The State of Student Loans!…
Jul 26, 2024 · 10:28
(Another) emergency student loan update ... and more proof you need to sign up for The State of Student Loans Webinar on July 30th, 6pm CST! REGISTER FOR THE WEBINAR! EPISODE…
Jul 20, 2024 · 1:24
Click the link to register for the free upcoming webinar, The State of Student Loans, on 7/30/24 at 6pm CST! Register Here!
Jul 12, 2024 · 16:58
Hear details (and ease your concerns) about a very misleading letter coming from MOHELA, as well as the consequences of failing to recertify income for IDR plans. EPISODE…
Jul 2, 2024 · 8:25
An update to last week's emergency episode on The SAVE plan! EPISODE RESOURCES Contact the Student Loan Ombudsman SAVE Plan Emergency Episode CNN Article Sign up for Student Loan…
Jun 28, 2024 · 17:25
Tune in for an emergency student loan update on the SAVE plan and the pending end of the IDR Waiver and Pay As You Earn payment plan! EPISODE RESOURCES Direct Consolidation…
Jun 14, 2024 · 16:43
Can private student loans be forgiven? PLUS Musical chairs for the federal student loan servicers and more! EPISODE RESOURCES Navient Private Loan Forgiveness Application…
May 31, 2024 · 22:08
In this episode of Escape Student Loan Debt Podcast, host Brenton Harrison discusses how federal and private student loans affect your ability to buy a home. He covers key…
May 17, 2024 · 17:12
Tune in as we cover details of the latest extension of the IDR Waiver, and share why July 1st is an important day to be aware of for federal borrowers! EPISODE RESOURCES IDR…
May 3, 2024 · 19:22
Does having student loans change your insurance needs? Tune in and find out. And if you haven't already, sign up for our email list at escapestudentloandebt.com !
Apr 19, 2024 · 18:37
Dig into the details of the latest Biden Loan Forgiveness Plan EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/biden-harris-administration-announces-new-plans-deliver-deb…
Apr 5, 2024 · 18:35
Tune in as we cover 4 upcoming dates that are crucial for federal student loan borrowers EPISODE RESOURCES When PAYE beats the SAVE plan…
Mar 22, 2024 · 31:11
Tune in for student loan tips and tricks from Robert Farrington of The College Investor! EPISODE RESOURCES Contact the Student Loan Ombudsman The College Investor
Mar 8, 2024 · 21:31
Tune in as we cover how your spouse's income can help or hurt your student loan strategy! EPISODE RESOURCES Student Loan Payment Scenarios And if you haven't already, subscribe…
Feb 23, 2024 · 18:21
In this episode, we cover the impact of refinancing student loans with private lenders, and how you can know whether it's worth doing more than once. EPISODE RESOURCES SoFi…
Feb 9, 2024 · 19:31
In this episode, we cover scenarios where the Pay As You Earn plan is the better option than the SAVE plan, even if it means paying more each month. EPISODE RESOURCES Repayment…
Jan 26, 2024 · 16:32
In this episode we talk about scenarios where it makes more sense to pay off your student loans as opposed to aiming for forgiveness. EPISODE RESOURCES Repayment Scenarios And if…
Jan 12, 2024 · 15:53
For a brief period of time, the government let couples take out the dumbest student loans of all time ... spousal consolidation loans. In this episode we talk about the hell…
Jan 1, 2024 · 16:34
The IDR Waiver has been extended! In this episode we cover why certain borrowers should consolidate ... even if they DON'T have to. EPISODE RESOURCES Waiver Extension Details And…
Dec 15, 2023 · 13:20
In this episode, we give tips for how cosigners can get their name removed from private student loans, AND how parents can refinance Parent PLUS loans into the name of their…
Dec 1, 2023 · 17:39
Join us as we share some end of the year tips to maximize your federal student loans! And if you haven't already, join our email list at escapestudenloandebt.com !
Nov 17, 2023 · 13:41
In this episode we walk you step by step through using a paper Direct Consolidation Loan application to pursue the Double Consolidation loophole for Parent Plus loans. Using this…
Nov 3, 2023 · 14:09
Check out our breakdown of the Parent Plus Double Consolidation loophole that could offer huge relief to borrowers struggling with this type of student loan debt. EPISODE…
Oct 20, 2023 · 14:42
Tune in as we cover the dangers of Parent PLUS Loans, and a limited opportunity these borrowers have to get out of harm's way! And if you haven't already, join our email list at…
Oct 6, 2023 · 15:43
In part 2 of our series on the SAVE payment plan, we cover reaasons why you WOULDN'T choose the plan. EPISODE RESOURCES SAVE Plan Timeline of Changes And if you haven't already,…
Sep 22, 2023 · 15:49
In this episode, we cover some of the immediate changes available through the Saving on A Valuable Education (SAVE) plan, as well as some changes due to be launched in 2024.…
Sep 21, 2023 · 48:31
Check out Session 1 of our live course, STUDENT LOANS BACK! WHAT NOW?! Registrants get lifetime access to the recordings, along with downloadables and resources to help with…
Sep 8, 2023 · 18:44
What happens if you can't (or won't) make your student loan payments in October? PLUS! Sign up for our LIVE Course, 'Student Loans Back! What Now?' SIGN UP FOR THE COURSE!…
Aug 25, 2023 · 15:41
While over 800,000 people just got word their student loans are being forgiven, thousands more are staring at forgiveness credits that haven't changed the way they'd hoped. In…
Aug 11, 2023 · 15:34
Private student loans don't have anywhere near the flexibility offered by federal loans. So it begs the question ... why would anyone refinance? In this episode, we tell you why.…
Jul 28, 2023 · 14:22
In this episode, we compare federal student loans to what you'd find by refinancing with a private lender. Check it out! And if you haven't already, join our email list at…
Jul 14, 2023 · 15:05
Federal student loan interest is about to kick in for the first time in 3 years. In this episode, we tell you how interest on student loans works in the first place. Tune in ...…
Jul 1, 2023 · 13:36
The Supreme Court just struck down the Biden Student Loan Forgiveness Program! In this episode, we talk about why the rationale used to cancel the program is a key indicator of…
Jun 30, 2023 · 1:31
A quick note ...
Jun 16, 2023 · 13:34
Having a federal student loan default is one of the worst things that can happen to your finances. Fortunately, a TEMPORARY program will help defaulted borrowers restore their…
Jun 2, 2023 · 14:26
The recent negotiations that we've seen for the Debt ceiling have confirmed that there is no extension coming. Student Loan payments will restart in the fall of this year. In…
May 19, 2023 · 14:34
After months of waiting, the Department of Education has (finally) released more details about the guidelines and timeline for the enacting the Income Driven Repayment Plan…
May 5, 2023 · 14:19
As student loan guidelines change and they apply past credit to borrowers' accounts, it's important you know how to review your loan history. In this episode, we discuss how to…
Apr 21, 2023 · 16:07
Round 2 of The Showdown! In one corner, Pay As You Earn (PAYE): the IDR plan that will be unavailable to new borrowers starting in July 2023. In the other, the (revised) Revised…
Apr 7, 2023 · 14:15
It's time for the Showdown, Pt. 1 In one corner, Pay As You Earn (PAYE): the IDR plan that will be unavailable to new borrowers starting in July 2023. In the other, the (revised)…
Mar 25, 2023 · 13:59
In July of this year, federal borrowers currently eligible for the Pay As You Earn plan will have to make the permanent decision to stay on the plan, or take advantage of the…
Mar 10, 2023 · 11:40
In late February, the Supreme Court heard arguments in two lawsuits challenging the Biden Administration's authority to forgive either $10,000 or $20,000 of federal student loans…
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