I received a 1098E for my student loans with interest paid. But this was only because the loan was transferred to another lender. Can I claim the interest paid?

[b_vonbuettner]

Technically the interest wasn't paid by me. But the form is in my name.

[Hal_Al]

Q. Can I claim the interest paid?

A. Yes.  Effectively, it was your money that paid the interest.