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Student Loan Sold to Another Lender? Here’s What You Need To Know

Staying on top of your monthly payments and progress toward forgiveness is key if your student loans have been transferred or sold.

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By Melanie Lockert

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Melanie Lockert

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Melanie Lockert is a writer and author of “Dear Debt” with over 10 years of experience. Her work has been featured by CNN, Business Insider, U.S. News & World Report, and Yahoo Finance.

Edited by Kelly Larsen

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Kelly Larsen

Kelly Larsen is a student loans editor at Credible. She has spent over 10 years covering personal finance, with expertise in mortgage and debt management.

Updated March 4, 2025

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