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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

Quick Money Making Ideas
September 10, 2025

How To Make Money In One Hour: 5 Quick Ideas You Can Try Now

Looking to make money fast? These five quick money making ideas are relatively easy to do and don’t require you to be chained to a desk.

SAVE Forbearance Extended
September 9, 2025

SAVE Borrowers’ Forbearance Extended Into 2026

The Department of Education extends SAVE forbearance again, delaying repayment timelines into 2026.

Suicide and Student Loan Debt
September 9, 2025

Let’s Talk: Suicide And Student Loan Debt

Suicide is not the answer to your student loan debt burden, and there are tools and resources that can help.

PSFL Buyback vs. IDR Plan | Source: The College Investor
September 8, 2025

PSLF Buyback or IBR: What’s Better Near Forgiveness?

PSLF borrowers close to 120 payments weigh buyback delays versus resuming monthly payments under IBR or PAYE.

Ally Bank review
September 8, 2025

Ally Bank Review: Pros, Cons, And Alternatives

In this Ally Bank review, you’ll learn about some of their products, fees, and rates. Is it right for you? Read on to become more informed!

Education Secretary Linda McMahon testifies during an appropriations hearing on Capitol Hill June 3, 2025. (Francis Chung/POLITICO via AP Images)
September 7, 2025

Is Student Loan Forgiveness Processing Paused?

Student loan forgiveness is active for PSLF, delayed for IBR, and halted under PAYE, ICR, and SAVE due to a court ruling.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon testifies during an appropriations hearing on Capitol Hill June 3, 2025. (Francis Chung/POLITICO via AP Images)
September 5, 2025

72,730 Student Loan Borrowers Stuck In Forgiveness Backlog

The Education Dept processed more IDR cases in July, but PSLF buyback wait times grew as requests outpaced decisions.

Analyzing Student Loan Repayment Plan Options | Source: The College Investor
September 5, 2025

Student Loan Borrowers Get Clarity On Repayment Plans

Student loan repayment rules are changing. See what options are available now and will be going forward.

Capitol building in Washington. The United States Senate and House of Representatives. Source: The College Investor
September 4, 2025

House GOP Plans 15% Cut To Education Budget In 2026

Student aid programs face major cuts as House Republicans propose a 15% Education Department budget reduction for Fiscal Year 2026.

Anxiety over Student Debt | Source: The College Investor
September 4, 2025

AICPA Survey Finds Anxiety Over Student Debt

AICPA survey finds 74% of Americans with student loans worry about repayment, with many delaying retirement savings.

banking score
September 4, 2025

How To Fix Your Banking Score To Open A Checking Account

A banking score is a consumer score created by ChexSystems based on your checking account history. Learn how to fix your banking score.

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