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I refinanced my student loans. Here's how I knew it was worth it
Summary by The Galveston Editorial Desk Alora Bopray, USA TODAY , as published by Galveston County Daily News
· August 12, 2026
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I went to college, then grad school, and even made it through the COVID-era student loan payment pause without giving my loans much thought. Then reality set in.
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Key points I went to college, then grad school, and even made it through the COVID-era student loan payment pause without giving my loans much thought. More schools Today’s briefing Local events
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