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Dan Miller

Dan Miller is a personal finance writer who has been covering credit cards, student loans, investing, and all things money since 2013. His work has appeared in NerdWallet, Forbes, Business Insider, Rocket Mortgage, and Intuit Mint, among many others, and his family's savvy use of credit card rewards has even been featured on CBS News.

At The College Investor, Dan covers the topics that matter most to families navigating their financial lives: student loan repayment strategies, smart credit card use, budgeting, investing, and building long-term wealth. His writing is grounded in the belief that small financial decisions compound over time — a philosophy he lives out at home in Cincinnati, where he raises six kids with his wife and finds creative ways to stretch every dollar.

Dan is also the founder of PointsWithACrew.com, a site dedicated to helping families travel the world for free (or close to it) using airline miles and credit card points.

Dan’s latest articles

uk vs us student loans
March 2, 2026

How Student Loans Are Different In The UK vs. The US

The US and the UK student loan programs have their differences — but are actually more similar than you might think. Here’s the rundown.

Best Extracurricular Activities For College Applications
February 17, 2026

The Best Extracurricular Activities For College Applications

Show admissions officers you have leadership and time management skills with the best extracurricular activities for college applications.

A stylized illustration depicts the concept of a college admissions consultant's cost. The central figure is an anonymous man, rendered from the chest up in a clean, modern black outline with a white face and shirt, wearing a vibrant coral-orange collared shirt and a white tie. To his left, a prominent coral-orange speech bubble with a thick black outline contains a white dollar sign, symbolizing the financial aspect of hiring a consultant. The background is a light, neutral gray adorned with subtle, abstract coral-orange and black geometric shapes, including plus signs, circles, and a dotted rectangle, adding to the contemporary feel. This image visually represents the article's discussion on the pricing for a college admissions consultant, which can range from hourly rates to a significant flat fee, highlighting the investment involved in navigating the complex college admissions landscape.
February 12, 2026

How Much Does A College Admissions Consultant Cost?

The cost of a college admissions consultant varies based on the services they provide and may be billed as an hourly fee or a flat rate.

dependent vs independent student
September 19, 2025

Dependent vs. Independent Student For Financial Aid

When filling out the FAFSA, here’s how to know if you’re a dependent vs. independent student for financial aid purposes.

how do college meal plans work
August 24, 2025

How Do College Meal Plans Work?

College meal plans are prepaid accounts that students use to pay for meals while on campus. It offers a certain number of meals in an on-campus cafeteria.

A stylized graphic illustrates the concept of no-penalty Certificates of Deposit (CDs). The central focus is a stack of three rectangular certificates, with the topmost certificate prominently displaying a yellow outline of a classical bank building icon and several horizontal lines representing text. A circular gold medal with a dollar sign in its center and a yellow ribbon hangs from the bottom right corner of the front certificate. The background is light gray with abstract geometric shapes in yellow and black, including plus signs and a curved rectangle, creating a modern and clean aesthetic. The upper left corner features the text "THE COLLEGE INVESTOR" in black capital letters. This image visually represents financial instruments like penalty-free CDs, which offer higher-than-average interest rates and flexibility for early withdrawals, akin to high-yield savings accounts, as discussed in the accompanying article on the best no-penalty CD rates.
January 16, 2025

$1 Trillion In CDs Are Maturing In 2025: Here’s What You Need To Know

Are you one of the many who has purchased certificates of deposit in recent years? Over $1 trillion in CDs are maturing in 2025. Here’s why that matters.

do colleges look at your attendance
January 3, 2025

Do Colleges Look At Your Attendance?

Colleges look at grades, test scores and extracurricular activities when assessing your application, but do colleges look at your attendance? Find out.

college acceptance is rescinded
December 5, 2024

What To Do If Your College Acceptance Is Revoked?

You likely won’t have legal recourse if your acceptance is rescinded, but you might be able to convince a college to reverse its decision and reinstate you.

colleges with the largest scholarships
November 18, 2024

6 Colleges With The Largest Scholarships

Here’s our list of the colleges with the largest scholarships, so you can apply to schools where you know you can hopefully get more financial aid.

largest bank by assets
July 25, 2024

The Top 10 Largest U.S. Banks By Assets

Here are the largest U.S. Banks by assets – many of the names you’ll recognize but some might be new to you.

what if you receive a 1099-k and you didn't operate a business
January 2, 2024

What If You Receive A 1099-K And You Don’t Operate A Business?

1099-k forms allow businesses to report income from payment apps and online marketplaces. But what if you receive one and you don’t own a business? Learn more.

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