{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Will PSLF Buyback Actually Last?","description":"Worried PSLF Buyback might vanish before you qualify? Let\u2019s dig into the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Buyback program \u2014 how it works, why it exists, whether it\u2019s likely to stick around, and how to position yourself if the rules change. You\u2019ll also hear my take on listener questions covering repayment plans SAVE vs. IBR, joint vs. separate taxes, and why sometimes \u201cdie with the debt\u201d really can be a strategy.  Key moments: (00:44) How PSLF Buyback works, when you can apply, and why politics could shape its future (06:06) The growing backlog of applications and the risk of counting on Buyback approval (10:28) How to choose between SAVE, PAYE, and IBR repayment plans (14:22) When a \u201cdie with the debt\u201d strategy makes sense in retirement (17:50) How to handle income recertification after a job change Resources mentioned:  Certify your PSLF employment Recertify or update income-driven repayment   Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Amazon Music Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts  Subscribe to the newsletter Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan Get profession-specific financial planning Do you have a question about student loans? Leave us a voicemail here or email us at help@studentloanplanner.com and we might feature it in an upcoming show!   ","author_name":"Student Loan Planner","author_url":"https:\/\/studentloanplanner.com","html":"