Renee Earwood
Founder and CEO @Student Loan Coach
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WORK HISTORY
Founder and CEO @Student Loan Coach
Millions of Americans are struggling with the burden of student loan debt. Student Loan Coach LLC is a financial coaching company dedicated to providing financial clarity to our clients through our one-on-one coaching sessions, group workshops, and educational resources. The complexity of the student loan system, including both federal and private loans, with a variety of repayment programs with varying risks and benefits along with adverse consequences for mistakes, has left many student loan borrowers and their financial advisors confused. Even more concerning, difficulty navigating the student loan repayment process often puts borrowers at risk of financial strain, including missed payments, loan default, and wage garnishment. Student Loan Coach LLC does not provide advice. Our intent is to thoroughly explain your options, empowering you to choose the best path forward as you work towards your financial goals.
EDUCATION
Kansas State University
Master's degree, Personal Financial Planning
Baker University
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
SKILLS
ABOUT RENEE EARWOOD
Student loans are one of the most complex financial decisions people will ever face—yet most borrowers are left to figure it out on their own. I help professionals cut through the confusion and create a clear, strategic plan for their student loans—so they can stop guessing and start making confident financial decisions. I’m the founder of Student Loan Coach LLC, where I work with mid-career professionals who are overwhelmed by: • Changing repayment plans • Confusing forgiveness programs • Large balances that feel impossible to manage • Fear of making costly mistakes With over 15 years in financial services—and advanced training in financial planning and financial therapy—I take a big-picture approach to student loans. Because student loans don’t exist in a vacuum. They impact: Your cash flow Your taxes Your career decisions Your long-term wealth That’s why my work focuses on strategy—not just repayment. What I Do: I create personalized Student Loan Strategy Reports that help clients: • Identify the best repayment or forgiveness path • Minimize total cost over time • Lower monthly payments when appropriate • Understand trade-offs and risks • Feel confident in their decisions Credentials & Recognition: • Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC®) • Certified Student Loan Debt Counselor • MS in Personal Financial Planning, Kansas State University • Featured in Forbes Advisor, NerdWallet, and the Associated Press • Served on the 2024 Forbes Advisor Loan Advisory Board Ready for clarity? If you’re tired of guessing and want a strategy that actually makes sense: Send me a message Or visit:
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