Coronavirus Cash Crisis: Should I Keep Paying My Student Loans?

Coronavirus Cash Crisis: Should I Keep Paying My Student Loans?

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The video discusses the flexibility of federally backed student loans, allowing payments to be delayed until September 30th. It contrasts this with private and other non-federally backed loans, which have not been paused. The speaker advises contacting lenders or loan servicers for financial relief options if your loans are not paused.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one benefit of federally backed student loans mentioned in the video?

They do not require a credit check.

They are easier to obtain.

They have lower interest rates.

They offer payment flexibility until September 30th.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which types of loans have not been paused according to the video?

Federally backed loans

Loans held by banks and credit unions

Government grants

Scholarships

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a type of loan that hasn't been paused?

Credit union loans

Federally backed loans

Loans held by banks

Private student loans

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should borrowers do if their loans have not been paused?

Apply for a new loan

Wait for automatic relief

Contact their lender for options

Ignore the payments

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step recommended for those whose loans haven't been paused?

Contact the loan servicer

Seek legal advice

Refinance the loan

Apply for a deferment