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Student Loan Refinancing: Federal Protections vs. Private Rate Cuts

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Sarah Chen
• Published: October 8, 2026 • 9 min read
Student Loan Refinancing: Federal Protections vs. Private Rate Cuts

Refinancing federal student loans into a private note permanently forfeits federal protections like Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

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Sarah Chen

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