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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

Valore Books Review
August 8, 2025

ValoreBooks Review: Rent Or Buy Texbooks Online

Looking for a way to save money on college? ValoreBooks is an online marketplace where you can buy, rent, or sell textbooks, often at low prices. Learn more.

FAFSA Launch | Source: The College Investor
August 7, 2025

FAFSA Set To Launch October 1 With Key Updates

FAFSA set to launch October 1 for 2026–27 school year, with new features including instant identity checks and simplified contributor invites.

Career Training Programs | Source: The College Investor
August 7, 2025

New 529 Plan Rules Help Fund Credentials And Job Training

529 savings plans now support workforce training and credentials, including HVAC, plumbing, bar exams, and more.

College Textbooks Online
August 7, 2025

Best Places To Buy College Textbooks Online

The costs of college textbooks has been on the rise, but here are some affordable options for students to buy college textbooks online

Parent Student Loan Debt | Source: The College Investor
August 6, 2025

Why Parents Are Borrowing More Than Ever For College

Parent PLUS loan debt has doubled since 2014. Learn why families are borrowing more and the new limits coming in 2026.

Going Back To College As An Adult | Source: The College Investor
August 5, 2025

More Adults Are Going Back To School, But Should You?

Going back to school as an adult can be a way to invest in yourself and your future. But is it worth the cost? Here’s how to decide.

This graphic illustrates the concept of securing private student loans without a cosigner, a challenging but possible endeavor for students. The central image features a bold outline of a document, possibly representing a loan application or a student's financial profile, with a paperclip attached to the top. To the lower left of this document, a prominent white circle with a dollar sign inside emphasizes the financial aspect of student loans. The background is a vibrant red, adorned with various white and black geometric shapes and symbols, including circles, crosses, dotted squares, and triangles, creating a dynamic and modern visual. These elements subtly reinforce the complexity and various factors involved in qualifying for a no-cosigner private student loan, such as credit history and income requirements, as discussed in the article. The "COLLEGE INVESTOR" logo is clearly visible in white text at the bottom left. Source: The College Investor
August 5, 2025

Best No-Cosigner Private Student Loans Of 2026

One of the biggest challenges of getting a no-cosigner private student loan is that private student loans are credit based.

How Financial Advisors Get Paid | Source: The College Investor
August 5, 2025

How Financial Advisors Get Paid: AUM vs. Fee-Only vs. Fee-Based

Learn how financial advisors get paid, from flat fees to AUM to hybrid models, and what it means for your money.

Supreme Court Building | Source: The College Investor
August 4, 2025

SAVE Borrowers Still in Limbo After New Court Filing

The latest court status report in the SAVE lawsuit offered no changes. Borrowers are still waiting for repayment updates.

College Dorm Move In
August 4, 2025

When Does A $100,000 Degree Make Sense?

Not all degrees justify the price tag. We break down the ROI of a $100,000 college investment.

This image features a teal-green background with a prominent, dark blue stethoscope symbolizing the medical profession. Above the stethoscope, red and white text reads "WHERE TO FIND MEDICAL RESIDENCY AND RELOCATION LOANS," directly referencing the article's core topic. The visual elements collectively emphasize the financial solutions available for aspiring doctors during their residency and relocation phases. The stethoscope's presence reinforces the medical context, while the clear text immediately informs readers about the specific financial products discussed, such as private student loans designed to cover costs beyond traditional education expenses like application fees, interview travel, moving, and textbooks for medical residents.
August 4, 2025

Best Medical Residency And Relocation Loans

Medical residency and relocation loans can help cover the non-college-related costs of becoming a doctor. Here’s where to find them.

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