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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

Do You Have To Pay Back Grants? (Usually No, But...)
January 12, 2018

Do You Have To Pay Back Grants? (Usually No, But…)

Wondering if you have to pay back grants you receive to fund your college expenses? Here’s how you can tell the difference between grants, scholarships, and loans.

What Does It Mean To Be Financially Stable?
January 10, 2018

What Does It Mean To Be Financially Stable?

Want to be financially stable? Find out what it takes to improve your finances and achieve stability in this article.

Point Financial - Using Your Home's Equity Vs. Debt
January 2, 2018

Point Home Equity Review: Pros, Cons, And Alternatives

Have equity in your home? You may be able to sell shares of that equity. Check out this Point review to learn more about how it works, why it’s better than a HELOC, and use cases where it makes a lot of sense.

Child Forges Name Parent PLUS Loan
December 29, 2017

What To Do If Your Child Forges Your Name For A Parent PLUS Loan

It’s the worst scenario – your child forges your name and takes out a Parent PLUS student loan in your name. What can you do?

Hulu vs. Hulu Plus - Do You Need It?
December 26, 2017

Hulu Vs. Hulu Plus Live TV: Do You Really Need It?

Hulu costs $12.49 a month with ads and Hulu + Live TV costs $99.99 in 2026. Compare every plan, bundle and the $6.49 student deal before you pay.

The Ultimate Guide to State Income Tax
December 18, 2017

Ultimate Guide To State Income Taxes: How Much Do You Really Pay?

Want to know what your state’s tax rate is and what people in other states pay? Check out this ultimate guide to state income tax.

Problems with Aspire Loan Servicing
November 30, 2017

Aspire Student Loan Servicing: Everything You Need To Know

If you’ve used Aspire loan servicing for your student loans, here’s how you can avoid some common problems with the company.

Ibotta Review: Get Rebates For Your Normal Shopping
November 28, 2017

Ibotta Review: Pros, Cons, And Alternatives

Ibotta is a free smartphone app that allows you to get cash back on items you purchase. Learn more about how to use it in this Ibotta review

VSAC Student Loan Servicing Problems
November 26, 2017

VSAC Student Loan Servicing Review

If you’ve used VSAC student loan servicing for your student loans, here’s how you can avoid some common problems with the company.

EdFinancial Student Loan Servicing
November 25, 2017

EdFinancial Student Loan Servicing Review

EdFinancial is a student loan servicer based out of Knoxville, Tennessee. They have been servicing student loans for over 25 years.

The Ultimate Lyft Vs. Uber Comparison (For Drivers and Riders)
November 20, 2017

The Ultimate Lyft Vs. Uber Comparison (For Drivers and Riders)

Wondering if you should start driving for Uber or Lyft. Check out our Lyft vs. Uber guide for drivers and riders.

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