License Suspension for Failure to Pay Student Loans or Child Support
(Separate Website)
The Secretary of State’s office has the authority to suspend the professional licenses (i.e. dentists, engineers, used car dealers, cosmetologists, stock brokers, etc.) of those individuals who are delinquent in paying their court-ordered child support. Through this program, the Secretary of State’s office has collected millions of dollars in past due support. This authority does not extend to professionals who receive licensure through other agencies. For example, other state agencies have the ability to suspend drivers’ licenses when child support is owed.
By: Georgia Secretary of State
Scholarship Scams
(Separate Website)
Unfortunately, in their efforts to pay the bills, many students and their families are falling prey to scholarship scams. Take a look at this FTC web page for common scams. File a complaint if you've been scammed.
By: Federal Trade Commission
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Student Loan Borrower Assistance
(Separate Website)
Help for Student Borrowers
The National Consumer Law Center has launched a new website, Student Loan Borrower Assistance, aimed at helping borrowers who are having trouble paying off student loans. The site features information on repayment options, avoiding and getting out of default, dealing with collection agencies, and more.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program
Students.gov - Student Gateway to the U.S. Government
(Separate Website)
This Federal government website contains links to information about how to plan and pay for your education, career development, community service, military service and resources about how the Federal government works.
By: First Gov - Your First Click is the U.S. Government
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