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Will student loan forgiveness affect current Social Security benefits?

Hi there, Social Security can garnish up to 15 percent of your benefits if you default on federal student loan debt. However, there is a cap to what they can leave with you. Your benefits cannot be less than $750/month. There are some special rules regarding student loans, disability, Social Security, and more. For personalized…

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