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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

Private Student Loan Forgiveness
February 11, 2025

Private Student Loan Forgiveness: What You Should Know

Is there such a thing as private student loan forgiveness? If so, is it difficult to obtain? Are there alternative options? Read on to learn.

Penny Stocks
February 10, 2025

Trump Ends Penny Production: What It Means for You

The U.S. stops making pennies due to high costs. Cash transactions will round up or down to the nearest five cents. Digital payments remain unchanged.

bungled FAFSA launch
February 8, 2025

FAFSA Deadline Act Ensures October 1 Launch

FAFSA updates include policy changes and a redesigned contributor process. Find out how these changes impact students and families.

How To Pay Off Your Student Loans
February 7, 2025

Can You Refinance A Graduate School Loan?

Thinking about refinancing your graduate loans? Learn when it makes sense, how to compare lenders, and what to watch out for.

tax bracket
February 4, 2025

What Happens When You Go Into A Higher Tax Bracket?

What are tax brackets? What happens when you make more money and you move up in the tax brackets? Here are some great examples!

Copper Banking
February 4, 2025

Copper Review: Online Rewards App

Copper is a rewards app that pays you when you shop, take surveys, play online games, and more. Is it worth using? Find out more in this Copper review.

Free Money
February 1, 2025

How To Get Free Money: These Companies Will Give You $100s

Money doesn’t grow on trees, but you can still find money when you look hard enough. Check out how to find free money by using these tips.

Trump Student Loan Forgiveness
January 30, 2025

Trump’s K-12 Education Order Sparks Controversy

Trump’s executive order restricts school funding and reinstates the 1776 Commission. Learn how it impacts K-12 education.

A digital illustration features a prominent yellow graduation cap with a black tassel on the left, symbolizing academic achievement and students. To the right, a classic yellow and black depiction of a bank or institutional building with columns represents financial services. These two main elements are connected by a thin, dashed line and surrounded by small, geometric shapes including circles and plus signs in yellow, orange, and black, suggesting a connection between students and banking services. The text "THE COLLEGE INVESTOR" is visible in black at the bottom left, reinforcing the article's focus on free college student checking accounts, no fees, and the best options like Discover Cashback Debit, highlighting the benefits and conveniences for students managing their finances.
January 29, 2025

Trump Order Targets Student Visas And Campus Protests

Trump’s latest executive order revokes student visas and orders deportation for protest involvement.

Trump Student Loan Forgiveness
January 28, 2025

Trump Funding Pause Could Impact Students And Colleges

Trump’s executive order pauses federal loans and grants, potentially impacting students and colleges. Learn what this could mean for higher education funding.

mba admissions guide
January 27, 2025

Record Applications Don’t Mean Colleges Are More Popular

College admissions stats may be misleading. High application counts don’t always mean increased selectivity.

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