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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

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March 5, 2026

Best Veterinary School Student Loans And Rates

Understanding the best veterinary school student loans and the best ways to pay for vet school given the borrowing limit changes.

Supreme Court of the United States
March 4, 2026

Court Refuses To Pause Dismissal Of SAVE Student Loan Case

A federal judge denied Missouri’s request to pause the SAVE plan lawsuit dismissal. Here’s what happens next for borrowers.

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March 4, 2026

Best Online Stock Brokers for 2026 (Ranked by Real Investor Survey)

Here are the best stock brokers for 2026 based on an investor survey. See which brokers made the list – including Vanguard, Fidelity, Schwab.

Ultimate College Internship Guide
March 4, 2026

Ultimate College Internship Guide

Everything you could want to know about getting a college internship, from interviewing to resumes, to following up after the internship.

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March 3, 2026

Republican States Move To Revive SAVE Lawsuit: What It Means for Borrowers

Republican states seek to appeal dismissal in SAVE case. Borrowers should know payments remain unchanged unless ED issues new guidance.

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March 3, 2026

Where to Get a Student Loan in 2026: Federal vs. Private Options

Learn where to get a student loan, from federal loans to private lenders, and how each option affects repayment and interest costs.

Student Loan Payment
March 3, 2026

What To Do If You Can’t Afford Your Student Loan Payment

Here are best steps that you can take today if you can’t afford your student loan payment – in order from best to worst option.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon testifies during an appropriations hearing on Capitol Hill June 3, 2025. (Francis Chung/POLITICO via AP Images)
March 2, 2026

Why Staying In SAVE Forbearance Could Cost You Thousands

SAVE forbearance may feel helpful, but it can delay forgiveness and raise costs. Here’s how to decide if staying is a mistake.

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March 2, 2026

California Budget Proposal: More College Funding, Less Middle-Class Financial Aid

California’s 2026–27 budget preserves Cal Grants but cuts middle-income scholarships and defers some college funding.

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March 1, 2026

30 Passive Income Ideas To Build Wealth In 2026

Looking for passive income ideas? These proven strategies can help you build wealth and generate extra cash without constant effort.

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March 1, 2026

Married Filing Separately For Your Student Loan Payments (IBR And RAP)

Calculating the math behind whether it makes sense to do married filing separately for IBR or RAP for student loan debt.

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