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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

Fafsa
January 2, 2024

FAFSA Launch Mired By Issues, Stuck In ‘Soft Launch’

The Department of Education launched the 2023 – 2024 FAFSA and it has been mired by issues and unavailable for most families.

Facts About Student Loan Debt
December 3, 2023

5 Bits Of Information About Student Loans You Didn’t Know

Here are five facts about student loans that you didn’t know, including student loan refinancing options, cosigners, and collateral.

Fafsa
November 15, 2023

U.S. Department Of Education Delays Redesigned FAFSA Launch To December 31

The Department of Education announced today that they are delaying the FAFSA launch to December 31, 2023.

Tax Guide For MLPS
November 10, 2023

The Basic Tax Guide For MLPs

MLPs (or master limited partnerships) can be lucrative investments, but they can complicate your taxes and tax return.

Lendkey Student Loans
November 9, 2023

Biden Administration Promises More Student Loan Oversight

The Biden Administration has announced they will be closely monitoring student loan servicers to protect student loan borrowers.

best budgeting apps
November 7, 2023

Best Mint Budgeting App Replacements (Mint Alternatives)

Mint announced they were shutting down in 2024, so here are Mint alternatives and other budgeting apps you can try.

Cushion
November 1, 2023

Cushion Review: Organize Your Bills And Other Payments

Cushion is a fintech that helps you keep track of your bills, subscriptions, and buy now pay later payments. Is it worth it? Find out in this Cushion review.

IBR vs. REPAYE: Understanding Income-Driven Repayment Plans
October 11, 2023

IBR vs. PAYE vs. SAVE | Understanding Income-Driven Repayment Plans

We provide a head-to-head comparison of IBR vs. PAYE vs. SAVE to help you decide which of these income-driven repayment plans may be right for you.

How You Handle Money
October 4, 2023

How You Physically Handle Your Money Reflects Your Money Mindset

How people physically handle their cash, whether organized or disorganized, directly reflects their money mindset.

Investing Board Games
October 2, 2023

5 Board Games That Teach You About Investing

Here are our favorite board games that can teach you about money, investing, and more.

taxpayer advocate
September 26, 2023

What Is a Taxpayer Advocate and Should You Contact One?

Are you having problems with the IRS? You may want to consider contacting a taxpayer advocate. They can speak to the IRS for you and help resolve tax problems.

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