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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

Gail Selling Jewelry
April 30, 2017

From Selling Jewelry Door To Door To High School Side Job

I grew up watching TV shows that always had that one episode where the main characters had a lemonade stand and sold lemonade to all their neighbors. You know what I’m talking about. Anyways, when I was younger I knew I wanted to make my own trinkets instead of selling drinks so I chose to […]

TD Ameritrade has amazing features for both new and experienced investors and only a short con list. Find out more here.
April 26, 2017

TD Ameritrade Review: Now Part Of Schwab

TD Ameritrade was a great online stockbroker that was acquired by Charles Schwab.

Proper Asset Allocation
April 10, 2017

How To Maintain Proper Asset Allocation With Multiple Investing Accounts

If you have multiple investment accounts, it can be difficult to maintain proper asset allocation across everything – so here is a strategy.

Navient
March 31, 2017

Navient Student Loan Servicing Review And Lawsuits

Navient used to be one of the largest student loan servicers in the United States, but today they are banned from Federal loan servicing. Here’s what to know.

Policy Genius Review
March 24, 2017

Policygenius Review: A Top Of The Line Insurance Broker

If you don’t know whether you have the right insurance products, I recommend Policygenius as an independent insurance broker. Here’s why.

Looking for some tried and true ways to manage your finances. These personal finance rules are simple but effective and will have a profound impact on your finances.
March 10, 2017

5 Personal Finance Rules To Live By

Our simply list of personal finance rules to manage your finances that will have a profound impact on your life.

ACS Loan Servicing Problems
March 5, 2017

ACS Loan Servicing Problems – Where To Find Help

ACS Loan Servicing recently settled a lawsuit regarding poor student loan practices. If you’re a borrower with ACS, here’s where to get help.

EquityMultiple
December 16, 2016

EquityMultiple Review: Pros, Cons, And Alternatives

There are many places to get started with real estate crowdfunding. Check out our EquityMultiple review to see if it’s right for you.

This graphic, titled "19 Ways To Invest In Real Estate," features a clean, minimalist illustration against a light background, emphasizing the core theme of real estate investing. On the left, a stylized two-story house with a garage is depicted with simple green and white outlines, representing traditional real estate assets. To the right, a circular green graph with a black outline and a small dark triangle above it symbolizes financial growth, investment returns, or market analysis, directly relating to the diverse investment opportunities discussed in the article. A plus sign positioned between the house and the graph suggests the combination or addition of various investment strategies. The overall image, with its modern aesthetic and clear visual metaphors, serves to introduce an article about accessible and varied approaches to real estate investing, catering to different investor types from beginners to experienced homeowners and high-net-worth individuals, aiming to help readers grow their net worth and income through property.
December 2, 2016

Groundfloor Review: Pros, Cons, And Alternatives

If you want to invest in real estate without getting your hands dirty Groundfloor offers the perfect way to do so. Learn more in our Groundfloor review.

November 21, 2016

The Mega Guide To Crowdfunded Investments: Equity, Real Estate, And More

Here’s our mega guide to crowdfunding investments, including equity crowdfunding, real estate crowdfunding, and the due diligence needed.

$20,00 In Student Loans
November 14, 2016

The Difference $20,000 In Student Loans Can Make

$20,000 in student loan debt can turn into over $120,000 in 30 years. Here’s an example of why you should minimize your student loans.

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