Student Loan Co-Signer Loses Portal Access and Autopay After Borrower Bankruptcy
When the primary borrower files for bankruptcy, servicers cancel co-signer autopay and revoke online portal access without notice, leaving co-signers unable to make payments or view account status while remaining legally liable.
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