• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

Navigating Money And Education

  • About
  • Podcasts
  • Social
  • Newsletter
  • Save For College
  • Student Loans
  • Investing
  • Earn More Money
  • Banking
  • Taxes
  • Forum
  • Search

Hannah Rounds

Hannah Rounds is a data-driven personal finance writer with over a decade of experience helping readers understand how to make smarter money decisions. She specializes in breaking down complex financial topics (from student loans to investing tools) using a practical, analytical approach rooted in real-world data.

She holds a B.A. in Economics from Furman University (Summa Cum Laude), where she received the Arthur Magill Economics Award and the J. Carlyle Ellet Economics Prize. She has written extensively on taxes, investing, student loans, and financial technology, focusing on how data shapes smarter financial decisions.

When she’s not writing or analyzing spreadsheets, Hannah enjoys exploring new budgeting tools and finding fresh ways to make finance easier for families.

Hannah’s latest articles

taxes and investing
July 4, 2022

Tax On Investments: What Are You Responsible For?

Do you know how much you need to pay in taxes, based on your investments? Use this guide to help figure out how much you owe.

navexa review
June 30, 2022

Navexa Review: Track Your Portfolio

Navexa is a portfolio tracking tool designed for Australian investors that tracks stocks, managed funds, and crypto performance.

how to invest in startups
June 20, 2022

How To Invest In A Startup (And Does It Make Sense?)

Startup investing comes with unique risks and low liquidity. Here’s what you need to know if you’re curious about investing in a startup.

angellist ventures review
June 14, 2022

AngelList Review: Buy A Well-Diversified Fund Of Startups

AngelList Ventures gives accredited investors access to hundreds of early-stage startups with a single investment.

Agridime Review
June 9, 2022

Agridime Review: Invest Directly in Cattle

Agridime is an online investment firm that makes investing in cattle possible for everyone, even if you’ve never stepped foot on a farm.

Fifth Third Bank Review
June 7, 2022

Fifth Third Bank Review: Pros, Cons, And Alternatives

Fifth Third Bank offers bonus earning opportunities and has branches in 11 states. Find out Fifth Third Bank is a good fit for you.

Pros and Cons of Fractional Real Estate Investing
May 31, 2022

The Pros and Cons of Fractional Real Estate Investing

Crowdfunded or fractional real estate investing has made it possible for everyday investors like you to participate.

concreit review
May 28, 2022

Concreit Real Estate Investing Review

Concreit makes real estate investments more accessible to everyday folks who aren’t mega-wealthy by offering shares of non-traded REITs.

Upload For 8949 For Crypto
February 28, 2022

Form 8949: How To Attach The Crypto Tax Form To A Tax Return

If you traded cryptocurrencies, you’ll need to create and use Form 8949 for your taxes. Here’s how to upload it to your tax return.

A digital illustration depicts a black scale with two pans, balancing two distinct stacks on a dark gray background with the white text "THE COLLEGE INVESTOR" in the bottom left corner. On the left pan, a tall stack of colorful books with various spine colors including red, yellow, blue, and brown, symbolizes education or student expenses. On the right pan, a stack of green dollar bills and gold coins, topped with a dollar sign icon, represents money or financial resources. The money side of the scale is slightly lower, indicating its heavier weight, which visually suggests the significant financial aspect of college investing or managing student finances. This image effectively contextualizes the discussion about financial management tools like Tiller Money for college investors.
October 18, 2021

Tiller Money Review: Spreadsheet-Based Budgeting

If you need to track your expenses and create a budget, and you love spreadsheets, you should check out this Tiller Money review. Learn more!

This isometric illustration visually represents the complex ecosystem of tax returns and financial management, directly relating to the article's discussion on tax return review programs. At the center is a grand, classical building, likely symbolizing a bank or government financial institution, acting as a hub. Connected by a network of lines, various icons depict elements of personal finance and tax processes: a house with a pile of gold coins labeled "real estate tax," a car with money bags indicating "auto," calculators, computers for "filing" and "tax return" preparation, a piggy bank collecting coins, bundles of cash and coins, a wallet, and even handcuffs to imply legal or audit implications. The overall image, with "The College Investor" logo in the bottom left, suggests the interconnectedness of financial assets and obligations that a professional tax review would examine to ensure accuracy and identify potential issues before a tax return is submitted.
October 6, 2021

Should You Get A Tax Return Review From A Tax Pro?

A ‘Second Look’ tax return review is when a tax pro checks your self-prepared return. Are these reviews worth their cost? Here’s our thoughts.

« Previous Page
Next Page »

Primary Sidebar

Expertise

  • Investing
  • Personal Finance
  • Taxes
  • Real Estate
  • FinTech

Education

  • Furman University, Bachelor of Arts in Economics

Footer

Who We Are

The College Investor® provides the latest news and analysis for saving and paying for college, student loan debt, personal finance, banking, and college admissions.

Connect

  • Social
  • Contact
  • Newsletter
  • Advertise
  • Press & Media
  • Helpful Calculators

About

  • About
  • In The News
  • Research
  • Editorial Guidelines
  • How We Make Money
  • Archives

Social

Copyright © 2026 · The College Investor® · 2514 Jamacha Rd, Ste 502, El Cajon, CA 92019

Privacy Policy ·Terms of Service · DO NOT Sell My Personal Information