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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

refinancing your student loans
July 3, 2021

Advantage Education Student Loan Review: Pros And Cons

The Advantage Refinance Loan offers reasonable rates, cosigner release in as little as 36 months, and Parent PLUS Loan transfers/

ChangEd Student Loan Payment App Review
July 2, 2021

Changed Debt Payment App Review: Pros And Cons

Do you have a hard time finding extra money in your budget to make student loan payments? Check out this Changed review to see how this app can help you round up spare change.

This illustrative image features a cartoon student with a blue backpack walking towards a building that resembles a bank or university entrance, flanked by two stylized trees on either side. The words "BANK OF AMERICA" are prominently displayed at the top in blue, with "STUDENT LOAN REVIEW" directly below it in red, making it clear that the image relates to the article's focus on Bank of America student loans. The student's faceless depiction emphasizes the general nature of student loan borrowers, connecting to the discussion of how Bank of America no longer offers private or federal student loans but still maintains a portal for existing borrowers to repay their loans. The image visually encapsulates the article's theme of reviewing Bank of America's historical and current involvement in the student loan market.
July 2, 2021

Bank of America Student Loans: Are They Coming Back?

Something happened with Bank of America student loans. Here’s the scoop as well as what’s happening at other major banks.

RISLA Review
July 1, 2021

RISLA Student Loan Review: Pros, Cons, And Alternatives

If you’ve attended an eligible Rhode Island school RISLA may be able to help you with your student loans. Find out in our RISLA review.

This vibrant illustration depicts the concept of the Royalty Exchange marketplace, where artists and investors connect. On the left, a businessman in a suit diligently works on a laptop, situated within a large, glowing orange lightbulb, symbolizing an investor or buyer of royalties. On the right, a businesswoman also uses a laptop, seated inside a bright yellow lightbulb, representing an artist or seller of royalties. Two intertwined, flowing pipes, one orange and one yellow, connect the tops of the lightbulbs, with arrows indicating a two-way exchange of value, such as money and musical NFT. This visually represents the platform's role in facilitating high-yield investments in music catalogs and other intellectual property. The "The College Investor" logo is prominently displayed in the bottom left corner against a solid blue background, underscoring the article's focus on financial insights for investors.
July 1, 2021

Royalty Exchange Review: Invest In Music Catalogs

Royalty Exchange is an online marketplace that matches artists looking to monetize their music and investors hoping to buy streams of income.

Republic Review
June 29, 2021

Republic Review: Equity Crowdfunding In Startups, Real Estate, And More

Republic is an equity crowdfunding platform that allows anyone to invest as little as $10 in startups, real estate, gaming, and crypto.

What Is Income-Contingent Repayment
June 28, 2021

What Is Income-Contingent Repayment (ICR)?

Income-Contingent Repayment (ICR) is the oldest income-driven repayment plan and the only one that’s available to Parent PLUS Loan borrowers.

Lili Bank
June 25, 2021

Lili Business Banking Review: Pros, Cons, And Alternatives

Lili is a no-fee checking account that is mobile-only and offers expense and tax management tools for small businesses.

This image features a modern silver laptop with a golden-yellow envelope emerging from its screen, set against a calming teal background. Inside the open envelope, a white document is visible, clearly displaying the word "ACCEPTED" in prominent green capital letters, signifying an acceptance letter. This visual metaphor directly relates to the article's focus on securing funding for college through private student loans and refinancing options like those offered by ISL Education Lending. The "ACCEPTED" message symbolizes the successful outcome of applying for federal financial aid or supplemental private student loans, helping students achieve their educational goals. The "THE COLLEGE INVESTOR" logo is subtly placed in the bottom left corner.
June 24, 2021

ISL Education Lending Review: Pros, Cons, And Alternatives

ISL Education Lending is a nonprofit that offers private student loans and student loan refinancing. Learn all the details in our review!

Snowball Wealth Review
June 24, 2021

Snowball Wealth Review: Free Student Loan Analysis And Planning

Snowball Wealth is an online platform that provide free tools to help you optimize your student loan repayment strategy. Learn how it works!

NorthOne Online Business Banking
June 22, 2021

NorthOne Business Banking Review: Pros And Cons

NorthOne’s business bank accounts provide a suite of digital tools, fee-free ATM access, mobile check deposits, and more.

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