Will student loans take my tax refund?
If you are in default on federal loans, your 2025 tax refund could be seized.
4 min read
Apr 29, 2025
Erin Lowry
Expert Reviewer, Personal Finance
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Erin Lowry is the author of the four-part Broke Millennial series, including: Broke Millennial, Broke Millennial Takes On Investing, Broke Millennial Talks Money and Broke Millennial Workbook: Take Control and Get Your Financial Life Together. Erin’s been featured in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and on GMA3, ABC News, CBS Sunday Morning, CNBC and The Rachael Ray Show. She has written for The New York Times, USA Today, and other major publications.
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Can you let someone use your credit card or lend yours?
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What is ATM skimming and how do you protect yourself?
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Accidentally overpaid your credit card bill? Here’s what you can do
Find out what happens when you overpay your credit card bill.
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Are joint credit cards a good idea?
Both authorized users and joint applicants can share credit cards, but should they?
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How to start saving (even if you’re starting from scratch)
Getting into the habit of paying yourself first is hard. Here are some ideas to help you start.
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Are money market accounts safe? Here’s what you should know
Short answer? Yes. Here’s what you need to know.
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How to switch to a new bank or credit union
Switching banks can be complicated. Here’s your checklist to success.
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