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Robert Farrington

Robert Farrington is America’s Millennial Money Expert® and America’s Student Loan Debt Expert™, and the founder of The College Investor, a personal finance site dedicated to helping millennials escape student loan debt to start investing and building wealth for the future. You can learn more about him on the About Page or on his personal site RobertFarrington.com.

He regularly writes about investing, student loan debt, and general personal finance topics geared toward anyone wanting to earn more, get out of debt, and start building wealth for the future.

He has been quoted in major publications, including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, ABC, NBC, Today, and more. He is also a regular contributor to Forbes.

Robert’s latest articles

University of North Texas
January 16, 2026

This Week In College And Money News: January 16, 2026

Tuition-free college expands, wage garnishment returns, forgiveness deadlines approach, and states cut college costs earlier.

How To Get Organized For Tax Time
January 16, 2026

How To Get Organized For Taxes Using An Income Tax Binder

Looking for a better tax organization method? See how you can save hours of time by putting together a simple income tax binder.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon speaks to the crowd as protesters gather outside the Supreme Court as it hears arguments over state laws barring transgender girls and women from playing on school athletic teams, Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)
January 14, 2026

New Court Filing: Student Loan Processing Delays Continue

Education Department court filing reports progress on IDR applications, but PSLF Buyback delays keep growing.

This illustrative image depicts three sets of hands, each representing different parties involved in student loan refinancing. A central hand from above, wearing a suit cuff, holds and disperses several US dollar bills, symbolizing a lender or financial institution providing new funds. Two other hands, one with a yellow sleeve and another with a white sleeve, are shown pushing gold coins towards the center, representing individuals making payments or investments. Below these hands, a stack of three books with a graduation cap resting on top clearly signifies education and student loans. The overall scene visually communicates the process of student loan refinancing, where a new loan replaces existing debt, as discussed in the article "Best Student Loan Refinance Companies" by The College Investor, whose logo is prominently displayed in the bottom left corner.
January 14, 2026

Best Student Loan Refinance Lenders In 2026

We compare the ten best student loan refinance lenders and their interest rates, perks, qualification requirements, and more.

Lone figure walking away down the center of a snow-covered railroad track stretching toward the horizon under a clear blue sky. This visual metaphor represents the narrowing path and strict deadlines facing Parent PLUS loan borrowers in 2026, as they navigate the critical window for consolidation and repayment options before the tracks effectively "end" for new loans. Source: The College Investor
January 14, 2026

Parent PLUS Student Loan Timelines In 2026

Parent PLUS loan rules change in 2026. Deadlines, repayment limits, and forgiveness risks parents need to understand now.

self-directed IRA providers
January 14, 2026

The Best Self-Directed IRA Providers Of 2026

We break down the best self-directed IRA providers if you’re looking to invest some of your retirement savings in alternative assets.

A person in a light blue shirt and khaki pants sits at a light wooden table, actively calculating figures with a silver and black calculator. Their right hand points a finger at the calculator keys, while their left hand rests on a stack of white papers, possibly bills or financial documents. To the left of the calculator, a small stack of US dollar bills, likely twenty-dollar denominations, is visible, suggesting money management or financial planning. The background is softly blurred but shows a white sofa, indicating a home or office setting. This image visually represents the process of managing finances and calculating costs, directly relating to the article's focus on understanding and comparing student loan rates to save borrowers money over time. Source: The College Investor
January 13, 2026

Best Student Loan Rates for January 13, 2026: Low as 2.69%

Compare today’s student loan rates and see which lenders offer the lowest APRs for January 13, 2026.

This vibrant graphic illustrates the concept of money market accounts and growing savings, featuring a prominent red piggy bank in the center. Above the piggy bank, a red rectangle stylized as a stack of money bills with a dollar sign indicates funds. To its right, a circular icon containing a dollar sign and an upward-trending arrow signifies increasing interest rates and financial growth, directly relating to the article's discussion of annual percentage yields (APYs) on money market accounts. The background includes various abstract geometric shapes and patterns in black and red, adding a dynamic, modern feel. The bottom left corner includes the text "COLLEGE INVESTOR", identifying the source of the content. This image effectively visualizes the benefits of parking savings, emergency funds, or large sums of cash in high-yield money market accounts, emphasizing the potential for increased returns as discussed in the article's top picks. Source: The College Investor
January 13, 2026

10 Best Money Market Accounts Of July 2026

We break down the best money market accounts of July 2026 so that you can earn more interest on your savings while still having instant access to your money.

Invest Your Tax Refund
January 13, 2026

7 Ideas For Investing Your Tax Refund To Get The Most Out Of It

Here are seven ideas for investing your tax refund that can help you grow your money over time.

Best Savings Accounts Daily | Source: The College Investor
January 12, 2026

Best High-Yield Savings Rates for January 12, 2026: Up to 5%

Find the high-yield savings account that can help you earn the most interest on your money.

Lendkey Student Loans
January 12, 2026

LendKey Student Loans Review: Pros, Cons, And Alternatives

LendKey is a student loan refinancing lender and private student loan lender that gets funds from community and local banks to provide student loans.

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