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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

Student Loans Get You Fired
September 17, 2024

8 Ways That Student Loans Can Get You Fired

Learn how your student loan debt can get you fired and what your employer can legally do regarding checking your credit and debt.

529 Plan Penalty
September 13, 2024

What Is The 529 Plan Penalty And How To Avoid It

A 529 plan helps with higher education expenses so the last thing you want is to be hit with a 529 plan penalty. Find out how to avoid them.

Navient
September 12, 2024

Navient Banned From Student Loan Servicing After $120 Million Settlement

Navient banned from servicing federal loans and faces $120 million penalty after the CFPB uncovered years of harmful practices impacting student borrowers.

Using a 529 Plan For yourself
September 11, 2024

529 Plans Surpass $500 Billion In Assets

The latest 529 plan data show that 529 plans have surpassed $500 billion in assets nationwide.

Grants to Pay For College
September 10, 2024

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.

Primis Bank review
September 10, 2024

Uphold Launches 5% APY Interest Account

Uphold, the popular cryptocurrency exchange, recently launched a 5% interest savings account that’s FDIC insured.

How To Save For College
September 8, 2024

How To Save For College: Order Of Operations For Parents

When it comes to how to save for college, there’s a right order of operations that can make things easier for your family.

25 secret websites to make money
September 3, 2024

States Seek To Block Biden’s Secret $73 Billion Student Loan Forgiveness Plan

Seven states file an emergency lawsuit to block Biden’s covert $73 billion student loan cancellation plan, citing unlawful and secretive actions.

10 Ways To Save On Taxes
September 2, 2024

10 Ways To Save On Your Taxes Before The End Of The Year

Our list of the best ways to save on your taxes before the end of the year, without losing or wasting money.

Student Loan Calculator
September 1, 2024

Student Loan Calculator

Use our free student loan calculator to estimate your monthly payments, see if refinancing can save you money, and more.

SAVE repayment plan
August 28, 2024

Confusion Reigns With Student Loan Borrowers Stuck In Limbo

Borrowers face confusion as court rulings block Biden’s SAVE plan. Key questions on IDR plans and loan forgiveness remain unanswered, causing concern.

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