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Student Loan Repayment Plan Eliminated, Tax Deadline Looms Amid Surging Fraud

• The SAVE student loan repayment plan has been permanently eliminated as of April 9, 2026, leaving over 7 million borrowers facing uncertainty regarding their repayment options. This development, which the Education Department reportedly "blindsided" borrowers with, necessitates immediate action for those affected to understand new terms and avoid payment disruptions.

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• Americans were defrauded of nearly $21 billion last year, according to an FBI report released this week, with crypto fraud topping the list of scams. This significant increase in financial crime highlights the critical need for vigilance against sophisticated phishing attempts and other fraudulent schemes.

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• With the April 15 tax filing deadline fast approaching, IRS data indicates that tax filing is still behind schedule, and bipartisan congressional leaders are warning taxpayers about a rise in tax season scams. Interestingly, several investment firms, including Vanguard, Schwab, and Fidelity, now offer automated tax optimization tools utilizing AI to help reduce tax bills.

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