Mom Battles SoFi in Court to Erase a $55K Private Student Loan
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A mother of two is suing SoFi to discharge a $55,000 private student loan after a mistaken “Congrats, your balance is $0” email coincided with a loan transfer, triggering a default and a lawsuit. Representing herself for two years, she uses AI to help draft filings and faces the emotional and financial toll, plus potential wage garnishment and credit damage if she loses. The story illustrates how confusing notices and loan ownership changes can push borrowers into lawsuits, a theme explored in Business Insider’s ongoing Student Debt Spiral coverage.
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