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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

Dogs of the Dow
July 10, 2025

Dogs Of The Dow Investment Strategy Explained

Learn how the Dogs of the Dow strategy works and why it appeals to income-focused investors.

Linda McMahon testifies before the Senate Health, Education, and Labor Committee during a nomination hearing as Secretary of Education in Washington DC, USA, on February 13, 2025. (Photo by Lenin Nolly/NurPhoto via AP)
July 9, 2025

Student Loan Interest Will Resume For SAVE Borrowers

The Education Department quietly announced it plans to restart interest on SAVE loans in August, impacting 8 million borrowers still in forbearance.

White House | Photo Credit: WOPictures
July 9, 2025

Big Changes Coming To Student Loan Deferment And Forbearance

Starting July 2027, new borrowers lose access to student loan hardship and unemployment deferments, and there will be new limits on forbearance.

how to plan your portfolio for a stock market crash
July 9, 2025

How To Plan Your Portfolio For A Stock Market Crash

Worried that the stock market might be due for a pullback? Here are the steps you can take to plan your portfolio for a stock market crash.

Student Loan Interest Deduction
July 8, 2025

Student Loan Interest Deduction Explained

You could lower your taxable income by $2,500 with the student loan interest deduction. Here’s how it works.

Fidelity
July 7, 2025

Fidelity Investments Review: Pros, Cons, and More

Fidelity provides a great service to those who want simplicity, low rates per trade, mobile accessibility, and in-depth research.

President Donald Trump signs his tax and spending bill into law during a 4th of July celebration with military families on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington DC, on Friday July 4, 2025. The 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' cuts government spending and taxes and adds work requirements to medicaid, passed through both chambers of Congress in party-line votes. (Photo by Aaron Schwartz/Sipa USA)(Sipa via AP Images)
July 7, 2025

Millions Could Lose PSLF Access In 2026 And Beyond

New federal law ends PSLF options for some loans. Check the deadlines to preserve forgiveness eligibility.

President Donald Trump speaks to reporters before signing an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, Monday, March 31, 2025. (Pool via AP)
July 6, 2025

Trump Accounts Move Forward In Big Beautiful Bill

Trump Accounts would offer tax-advantaged savings for kids under 8 and a “baby bonus” of $1,000 for eligible newborns.

Student loan payments could spike | Source: The College Investor
July 5, 2025

New Student Loan Rule Could Raise Your Payments Overnight

Senate bill ends SAVE and PAYE. Borrowers may face higher student loan payments starting in 2026. Learn what changes could affect your monthly bill.

Capitol building in Washington. The United States Senate and House of Representatives. Source: The College Investor
July 3, 2025

Congress Passes Massive Changes For Student Loans

Congress officially passed the One Big Beautiful Bill, capping student loans, adding Trump Accounts, and changing student loan repayment plans.

Should Parents Give A Child A Credit Card For College
July 3, 2025

BNPL Loans Will Soon Impact Your Credit Score

BNPL loans will soon show up on credit reports, affecting FICO scores.

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