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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

Farm Together
April 5, 2020

FarmTogether Review: Pros, Cons, And Alternatives

FarmTogether is a platform that allows you to invest in US farmland directly. Should you consider this alternative investment?

A vibrant, stylized illustration of various farm animals against a solid green background, serving as a visual metaphor for farmland investing. Prominently featured are a white sheep, a white hen with a small yellow chick, and a brown horse, all rendered in a clean, graphic style with minimal detail. Partially visible animals include a pink pig at the top left and a rooster at the top center, further emphasizing the agricultural theme. The bottom left corner displays "THE COLLEGE INVESTOR" logo in white, integrating the branding with the image. This visual helps to introduce the concept of investing in farmland, an alternative asset class discussed in the article, and relates to the idea of "miles and miles of farms" and agricultural states, making the abstract financial topic more accessible.
April 3, 2020

How To Invest In Farmland

Farmland has been a steady non-correlated investment for decades. Technology has made it easier than ever to invest in farmland.

Citi Bank Review
April 2, 2020

Citibank Review | High Yield Savings and Great Bonuses

Citibank is a well known national bank that not only have credit cards, but also solid high yield savings accounts and great bonus offers!

A brightly illustrated image titled "Ascendium Education Student Loan Servicing" prominently features a stylized female figure, possibly a student or financial expert, casually perched atop a towering stack of large, light blue books. She is depicted wearing what appears to be a graduation cap, signifying education, and is actively working on a laptop, emphasizing the digital and administrative aspects of student loan management. To the right of the book stack, several neat piles of shining silver coins, representing financial assets or payments, are meticulously arranged, connecting directly to the article's focus on student loans, servicers like Ascendium, and financial implications. The overall graphic conveys the intertwined themes of education, financial responsibility, and the management of student loans, such as FFELP loans from entities like Great Lakes and Nelnet.
March 31, 2020

Ascendium Student Loans | What To Know

Ascendium student loans is a spin-off from Great Lakes student loans, and they currently service FFEL loans. Learn how to contact them here.

Earnin App
March 31, 2020

Earnin Review: Pros, Cons, And Alternatives

Earnin in a financial services app that allows you to get a paycheck advance as an alternative to a payday loan if you need cash.

A simple, flat graphic illustration depicts a hand holding a dark grey pen, poised as if signing a light grey check. The hand, stylized with light brown skin and a brown sleeve, is positioned on the lower right, with the pen tip near a cursive signature on the check. The check itself has placeholder lines for the date, payee, amount, and bank information, common elements of a financial instrument. The overall impression is one of a transaction or payment being authorized. This image contextually relates to the accompanying article discussing the 2020 Covid-19 stimulus checks, the CARES Act, and the financial assistance provided to Americans during the coronavirus pandemic, illustrating the concept of receiving and signing a payment.
March 23, 2020

Coronavirus Stimulus Checks: What To Expect

The government is going to be sending out coronavirus stimulus checks to every American to help them with the recession, here’s what to know.

Money Patrol
March 20, 2020

MoneyPatrol Review: Pros, Cons, Comparisons

MoneyPatrol is the latest personal finance app that is focused on helping people budget and managing their money with a robust dashboard.

separately managed account
March 18, 2020

What Is an SMA (Separately Managed Account) and the Benefit of One?

Learn about what a separately managed account is and get answers to some questions about them. Here are facts you might want to know.

A detailed line graph titled "Relative returns of market indices" illustrates the performance of two small-cap indices compared to the S&P 500. The horizontal axis displays dates at six-month intervals, while the vertical axis represents index value without specific numerical labels, implying relative growth. Three distinct lines plot the index values: a teal line for the S&P 500 (^SPX), an orange line for the S&P 600 (^SML), and a dark blue line for the Russell 2000 Index (^RUT). The S&P 600 and Russell 2000, representing small-cap stocks, show greater volatility and generally higher returns, particularly during economic recovery periods, compared to the more stable and lower-performing S&P 500. This visual evidence supports the article's discussion on the performance and volatility of small-cap stocks versus larger market capitalizations.
March 16, 2020

What Are Small-Cap Stocks? (And How to Invest!)

What are small-cap stocks and how do they perform in the market? Learn how to invest in them and discover if they can be rewarding.

student loan
March 9, 2020

Student Loan Forgiveness for Doctors: A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you a doctor with a lot of student loan debt? Take a look at some options for student loan forgiveness for doctors and save some money!

Student Loan Planner
February 25, 2020

Student Loan Planner Review: Professional Student Loan Help

Are you stressed out about student loans? If so, you might want to consult with an expert. Learn about Student Loan Planner right here!

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