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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

What Is A Liberal Arts College
May 1, 2024

Biden Announces $6.1 Billion In Loan Forgiveness For Art Institute Students

The Biden Administration announced $6.1 billion in loan forgiveness for 317,000 borrowers who attended the Art Institutes.

bungled FAFSA launch
April 29, 2024

Department Of Education Completes FAFSA Reprocessing

The Department of Education has completed FAFSA reprocessing to fix major errors, but applications still lag previous years.

Save On Property Taxes
April 29, 2024

How To Save Money On Your Property Taxes

Here is our step by step guide to save money and lower your property taxes to ensure you’re not overpaying the government.

A playful, colorful illustration on a light green background features an array of stylized robots, providing a visual representation for an article about "best robo-advisors." The robots vary in design, with some appearing to walk or stand, while others are depicted as more compact or even on their backs, suggesting movement or a diverse range of functions. Dominant colors include shades of green, blue, red, and gray, with metallic accents and glowing elements like antennas and screens. The phrase "THE COLLEGE INVESTOR" is prominently displayed in white text in the bottom left corner, reinforcing the context of financial guidance for students and young adults. This image effectively illustrates the concept of automated investing and the different platforms available, making the complex topic of robo-advisors more approachable for beginners looking to invest money in financial markets.
April 26, 2024

Betterment Raises Fees For New Premium Investors

Betterment announced that it will be raising the fee structure of their Premium plan going forward, to 0.65% AUM.

Should You Pay Someone To Do Your Taxes?
April 25, 2024

President Biden Proposes Historic Increase In Capital Gains Tax

President Biden has proposed raising the top capital gains tax bracket to 44.6%, the highest amount in 100 years.

Marcus Invest review
April 22, 2024

Betterment Acquires Marcus Invest From Goldman Sachs

Betterment announced that it would acquire the investment accounts from Marcus Invest, allowing Goldman Sachs to focus exclusively on banking.

Vanguard
April 21, 2024

Ascensus To Acquire Vanguard’s Small Business Retirement Plans

Ascensus will acquire Vanguard’s small business retirement plans, including their Solo 401k plans, SIMPLE IRAs, and multi-person SEP-IRAs.

what is deflation
April 18, 2024

How To Handle Deflation: Best Investments For Deflationary Periods

During deflation, lack of demand leads to lower prices. Here are three of the best investments to make during deflationary periods.

This image features a teal-green background with a prominent, dark blue stethoscope symbolizing the medical profession. Above the stethoscope, red and white text reads "WHERE TO FIND MEDICAL RESIDENCY AND RELOCATION LOANS," directly referencing the article's core topic. The visual elements collectively emphasize the financial solutions available for aspiring doctors during their residency and relocation phases. The stethoscope's presence reinforces the medical context, while the clear text immediately informs readers about the specific financial products discussed, such as private student loans designed to cover costs beyond traditional education expenses like application fees, interview travel, moving, and textbooks for medical residents.
April 6, 2024

Student Loan Forgiveness Expands To California Docs

California and Texas doctors are now eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness as long as they meet certain requirements, some which expire this month.

Student Loan Forgiveness
April 5, 2024

Student Loan Forgiveness Deadline Approaches For 8 Million Borrowers

Student loan borrowers with FFEL loans need to consolidate their loans by April 30, 2024 or risk losing the one-time count adjustment and potential loan forgiveness.

Best High-Yield Savings Accounts
April 3, 2024

What Is A Good Savings Account Interest Rate?

It can be tough to know if you’re getting a good savings account interest rate. Here’s how to find out.

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