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Old 01-20-2007, 05:59 AM
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Default Re: Pay off student loans early or take the tax deduction from the interest?

The tax deduction is phased out if you are married and make more than $100k. (I know too many 2-income families out here making $50k each with BIG college debts - no deduction).

I have to assume you qualify since your tax guy suggested it. One thing to consider is if will you continue to qualify.

Plus I agree - if you are alternately in a low tax bracket, you aren't paying that much in taxes in the first place - 15% is pretty small beans.

I would vote pay it off!
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