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I was on an IDR when covid started, haven't consolidated, and my payment has suddenly changed to a standard plan. What to do?
I was on an IDR when covid started, haven't consolidated, and my payment has suddenly changed to a standard plan. What to do?
Abhijith Vijay, Health Insurance Expert (Seniors & Special Cases)
Answered on September 25,2023
Answered on September 25,2023
The ED is aware of this phenomenon and is working on it. If your income hasn't increased you could just submit a new application.
If doing so would cause your payment to go up, you could request forbearance until we have more information and/or it's fixed. You can request forbearance by calling your servicer
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