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Private Student Loans Gain Popularity Amid Federal Limits

Updated 2026-08-24 16:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

With new federal limits on student-loan borrowing, more students are turning to private loans. Experts advise making key financial moves before applying for such loans.

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Make these 7 money moves before taking out a private student loan

After the federal government put new limits on certain types of student-loan borrowing this summer, lending experts expect more students to turn to private loans to help cover tuition costs.

2026-08-24 16:28 UTC