Bankruptcy lawyers have a frightening message for America: They’re seeing the telltale signs of a student loan debt bubble that is placing increased financial pressure on families struggling with their children’s mounting debt. According to a recent survey by the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, more than 80 percent of bankruptcy lawyers have seen a substantial increase in the number of clients seeking relief from student loans in recent years. Read full article >>
Student Loans Seen As Potential ‘next Debt Bomb’ For U.s. Economy
Eric Pianin, Washington Post
Sat, 03/10/2012 - 3:12pm
Topics: bankruptcy colleges debt economy student loans students
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