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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

Investing in MLPs
June 19, 2024

Investing in MLPs: Yields are High, but Complications are Many

Investing in MLPs can be lucrative, but there are a lot of complications involved.

how to cash a paper savings bond
June 16, 2024

Individual Bonds Vs. Bond Funds: What To Know

A look at how buying individual bonds vs. bond funds is different and how you can successfully buy individual bonds.

How To invest $1,000,000
June 15, 2024

How To Invest $1,000,000 For Future FIRE

I break down specifically how to invest $1,000,000 with the potential for future FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early).

Caribou Review
June 11, 2024

Should College Students Bring A Car To Campus?

If you’re a college student, should you bring a car to campus? Do you need a car as a college student? Let’s dive in.

Finblox review
June 10, 2024

Robinhood Set To Acquire Cryptocurrency Exchange Bitstamp

Robinhood announced that it would be acquiring cryptocurrency exchange Bitstamp to continue to expand its cryptocurrency business.

A vibrant, minimalist illustration on a white background visually represents the concept of how to research stocks for beginners, central to the article's focus on investing in stocks for a smart financial future. The primary element is a large red magnifying glass, prominently centered, with its handle extending diagonally downwards to the left. Inside the magnifying glass, candlestick charts are depicted in red and white, symbolizing market trends and stock analysis. Around the magnifying glass, several financial icons are scattered, including dollar signs in red circles and plus signs, suggesting growth and strategic investment. In the upper right corner, an upward-trending black arrow signifies increasing stock values and successful investment portfolio growth. The overall image reinforces the article's message that researching stocks doesn’t have to be overwhelming, but rather an accessible skill to learn the basics and get started.
June 4, 2024

Who Is Roaring Kitty And What’s Going On With Gamestop?

Roaring Kitty, also known as DeepFuckingValue and Keith Gill, revealed a massive $180 million position in Gamestop (GME) stock.

bungled FAFSA launch
June 2, 2024

FAFSA Completions Significantly Lower YTD: Financial Aid Picture Grim For Families

FAFSA completions are still 14% below last year, meaning that fewer families will receive financial aid for college.

life insurance payout
May 30, 2024

Should You Get College Student Life Insurance?

College students life insurance can be valuable depending on a few scenarios where others depend on the student’s income.

ELFI Student Loans
May 28, 2024

What Are The Best College Loan Types?

There are two main college loan types, along with several other variations like subsidized, unsubsidized, grad, PLUS, and more.

Student Choice Student Loans Review
May 28, 2024

Student Choice Student Loans Review: Pros And Cons

Struggling to find the lowest student loan interest rates? Find out how Student Choice can help in this Student Choice Student Loans review.

bankruptcy
May 27, 2024

Bankruptcy Overview: What It Is And How It Works?

Bankruptcy is the legal process that allows you to deal with your debt, either eliminating or restructuring what you owe.

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