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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

AbeBooks Review
January 24, 2025

AbeBooks Review: Low Prices On Used Textbooks

Looking for an affordable way to buy used textbooks online? You’ll want to check out a textbook marketplace like AbeBooks. Learn more in our full review.

How To Use A 529 Plan To Repay Student Loans
January 22, 2025

Congress-Created Student Loan Plans vs. Rulemaking

Understand which student loan repayment plans were created by Congress and which by rulemaking, and what it means for borrowers under changing administrations.

Best Medical School Loan Refinancing
January 22, 2025

Medical Loan Refinancing: When It Makes Sense?

Medical loan refinancing can lower interest for high-income earners like physicians, but it means no income-driven plans and forbearance options.

Best investing apps
January 21, 2025

The Shocking Truth About Professional Financial Advice

Professional financial advice has a shocking undertone of fees, bad advice, and unscrupulous advisors. Here’s what you need to know about financial advice.

how to invest in stocks
January 21, 2025

How To Invest In Stocks And Place Your First Trade

Learning how to invest in stocks doesn’t need to be complicated and overwhelming. Here are a few easy ways to get started.

biggest risks of college
January 20, 2025

Proposed Budget Cuts To Higher Education Explained

Proposed higher ed reforms could limit loan options and impact college affordability. Here’s what to expect.

boost your credit score
January 17, 2025

Equifax Fined $15M Over Credit Errors And Dispute Handling

CFPB orders Equifax to pay $15M penalty for mishandling consumer disputes. Learn about new requirements and how this affects your credit.

An illustrative image for an article about Cash App Taxes alternatives features a white smartphone with a teal border, angled slightly to the right, casting a dark shadow. The phone's screen displays a dark circular icon with a white dollar sign at the top, followed by a grid of four squares below it. The top-left square contains a green checkmark, while the bottom-left square has a green 'x'. Two teal rectangular buttons are visible at the bottom of the screen. In the background, against a light gray surface, various light teal geometric shapes like triangles and plus signs are scattered, along with the text "THE COLLEGE INVESTOR" in the upper left corner. This visual represents the process of evaluating different tax software platforms, specifically discussing Cash App Taxes and its alternatives like TurboTax and H&R Block, by comparing features and user experience to help individuals find the best fit for their tax filing needs.
January 17, 2025

Cash App Ordered To Pay $175M Over Fraud Concerns

Cash App is set to pay $175M and improve fraud protections after CFPB found weak security and flawed dispute investigations.

First Mid Bank and Trust Review
January 17, 2025

CFPB Reaches National Collegiate Lawsuit Settlement

CFPB alleges National Collegiate Student Loan Trusts filed improper debt lawsuits and false affidavits, seeking $2.25M for harmed borrowers nationwide.

A minimalist graphic illustrating the concept of business banking and transactions, featuring a red two-building structure, symbolizing a bank or financial institution. Two circular red icons with white dollar signs float near the buildings, representing money or business funds. Below the buildings, a white debit card with a black dollar sign logo is depicted, suggesting payment methods and business checking accounts. The background includes abstract black and red geometric shapes like circles, dashes, and plus signs, creating a modern and clean design that emphasizes the digital nature of online business checking accounts. This image visually supports an article discussing the best business checking accounts and options for small business owners and side hustlers, highlighting financial tools and services like those offered by platforms such as Novo.
January 16, 2025

10 Best Business Checking Accounts In July 2026

We break down the best business checking accounts for side hustlers and small business owners both online and offline.

Grants to Pay For College
January 14, 2025

How To Find Grants To Pay For College

By learning how to find grants to pay for college, you can lower your out of pocket and loan costs. Here’s what grants are available.

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