More borrowers default on student loans than on mortgage or auto loans. Because many older people back these loans for younger relatives, they face severe penalties if the student defaults. Even bankruptcy will not discharge these debts, which can endanger retirement — including Social Security income — for the guarantors. … Back to Article
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