Colin Graves

Colin Graves is a financial writer and editor with more than 20 years of experience in banking and wealth management. Before joining The College Investor, he managed retail and commercial portfolios exceeding $1 billion, earning multiple awards for leadership and customer service. Colin holds several credentials from the Canadian Securities Institute, including the Canadian Securities Course, Professional Financial Planning Course, and the Certificate of Financial Services Advice.

Today, he applies that expertise to editing and writing about investing, credit, and money management for readers seeking practical, trustworthy financial information. Colin also writes at ColinGraves.com, where he helps people transition from traditional employment to self-employment through financial literacy and business coaching.

Colin’s latest articles

December 5, 2025

GradBridge Review: Second-Look Student Loans

Are you struggling to get approved for student loan financing through a private lender? GradBridge might be able to help bridge the gap. Learn more.

November 28, 2025

Sharesight Review: Portfolio and Dividend Tracking

Sharesight is an online portfolio-tracking tool that lets you sync and view all your investment accounts in a single platform. In addition to tracking your portfolio performance, you can keep track of dividend income and generate reports for your accountant at tax time. Sharesight is one of several portfolio tracking tools on the market, so […]

November 25, 2025

HSA Qualifying Expenses: Find Out What’s Included

Want to withdraw from a Health Savings Account to cover a medical expense, but not sure if it’s eligible? Find out what expenses are included under HSA rules.

November 21, 2025

Cheers Credit Builder Review

Looking for a way to build or repair your credit without borrowing new money? Find out how Cheers can help you build credit while you save. Learn more.

November 14, 2025

Splitero Review: Access Your Home Equity

Do you have significant home equity you’re unable to access? Find out why a Spplitero home equity investment (HEI) can be a good alternative to a HELOC.

November 6, 2025

Best IRA Match Bonuses And Transfer Offers

Many online brokerages are competing for your retirement dollars by offering IRA match bonuses. Here are the best offers we could find. Learn more.

October 24, 2025

Blossom Social Review: Social Investing Platform

Blossom Social is a social investing app that lets investors link their brokerage accounts and connect with a community of fellow investors.

October 10, 2025

Debbie Review: Get Rewarded For Paying Off Debt

Need some additional motivation to pay off your credit card debt? Consider Debbie, an app that pays you cash rewards for hitting debt payoff milestones.

October 1, 2025

AlumniFi Credit Union Review: Pros And Cons

AlumniFi is a Michigan-based credit union that serves customers nationwide and offers competitive savings and checking accounts.

September 5, 2025

Bank5 Connect Review: Pros and Cons

Looking for an online bank that offers a good savings APY and cash back on purchases? Check out Bank5 Connect. Learn more in our full review.

August 29, 2025

TAB Bank Review: High Savings APY

Looking for an online bank offering a high yield on savings as well as cash back rewards when you make purchases? Learn more in this TAB Bank review.

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