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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

Best Medical School Loan Refinancing
January 18, 2026

Best Medical School Student Loan Refinance Lenders

These medical school student loan refinance lenders can help physicians to save money on their student loans and get out of debt faster.

The image displays a comprehensive circular collage of green-hued icons on a subtle gray gradient background, representing various aspects of tax preparation and financial management. Central to the composition are multiple icons related to "TAXES" documents, including checklists and envelopes, emphasizing the theme of online tax filing software comparisons discussed in the article. Prominently featured are symbols of "TAX FREE" status, a printer, a bag of money, an open book, a pie chart with a "TAX" segment, a classical bank building, a piggy bank with a dollar sign, and credit cards, illustrating the financial tools and considerations for tax season 2024-2025. Two distinct icons display "PAY TAXES ONLINE" with a hand clicking, directly connecting to the article's focus on TurboTax, H&R Block, TaxAct, TaxSlayer, and Cash App Taxes. The bottom left corner features "THE COLLEGE INVESTOR" logo in white, branding the image as a resource for financial guidance.
January 17, 2026

TurboTax vs. H&R Block vs. TaxAct vs. TaxSlayer Pricing Comparison

We compare the prices for Free, Deluxe, Premier, and Self-Employed editions of TurboTax, H&R Block, TaxAct, and TaxSlayer for 2026.

Millennial Age Range
January 17, 2026

What Is The Millennial Age Range In 2026?

Understanding the millennial age range, as well as millennial myths and actual facts about how this generation handles money.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon testifies before the House Education and Workforce Committee on Capitol Hill on June 4, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Sha Hanting/China News Service/VCG via AP )
January 16, 2026

Department of Education Delays Student Loan Collections

The Education Department is delaying wage garnishment and tax offsets as new student loan repayment rules are rolled out.

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.

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