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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

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December 16, 2019

What Is After-Hours Trading and How Can I Start?

If you’re wondering about after-hours trading and would like to get started, take a look here. You’ll learn about some of the risks and more!

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December 12, 2019

Best Military Checking Accounts In November 2026

Are you a military member? If so, perhaps you want military checking accounts that understand your needs. Here are some of the best options!

Raise Your Credit Score
December 4, 2019

How To Improve Your Credit Score And Why You Should Care

How to improve your credit score and five reasons why you should care about investing in your credit score.

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November 27, 2019

How To Sell Used Clothes Online For Extra Cash

One of the easiest side hustles is to sell used clothes online for cash, whether locally or through a shop like eBay or Poshmark.

Stafford Loan
November 25, 2019

What Are Stafford Loans?

Here’s an overview of Stafford Loans so that you can decide if they are the right type of student loan for you.

Even Financial
November 14, 2019

Fiona Loan Reviews: Pros, Cons, And Alternatives

Fiona personal loans marketplace (previously Even Financial) allows you to compare almost every lender in minutes.

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November 11, 2019

How To Get Paid Teaching English Online

If you want a side hustle teaching English online, here are companies that can help you! Discover how to start teaching!

Fabric life insurance
October 28, 2019

Fabric By Gerber Life Insurance Review

Fabric offers life insurance policies and you can go through the signup process online. Read about their policies to see if they are for you!

Cleo review
October 20, 2019

Cleo Review: Pros, Cons, And Alternatives

Wouldn’t it be nice to get up to a $250 paycheck advance if you need it? Take a look at this Cleo review for more!

Schedule SE
October 18, 2019

What Is Schedule SE? The Tax Form For The Self-Employed

Learn the basics of Schedule SE, who should file Schedule SE, and also get some advice on making filing easier for you!

ReceiptPal
October 17, 2019

ReceiptPal Review: Submit Receipts, Earn Gift Cards!

In this ReceiptPal review you’ll learn how you can earn points and gift cards for submitting receipts to ReceiptPal. Is it right for you?

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