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The College Investor Audio Show
The College Investor podcast is a daily audio show that's dedicated to bringing you the best of TheCollegeInvestor.com. We discuss a variety of topics, all relating to millennial money - including student loan debt, investing, earning more money, and more! Robert Farrington, the founder of The College Investor and a Millennial Money Expert, shares how to get out of student loan debt so that you can start investing and building wealth for the future. Instead of cutting expenses and living a…
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The College Investor Audio ShowBest Banks For Students In 2022
The best banks for students make it easy to avoid fees, manage your budget, and don’t come with a lot of fees. Here's what you need to know.
The College Investor Audio ShowExpense Ratio: Why It Matters In Investing
It's critical to understand what an expense ratio is and how much you're paying for your investments. Here’s what you need to know.
The College Investor Audio ShowHow To Invest In The S&P 500
Many investors own S&P 500 index funds because they tend to be low-cost and representative of a large segment of the stock market. Find out how to...
The College Investor Audio ShowBest Ways For Teens To Make Money
It's never too early to start learning valuable financial habits through earning income. Here are the best ways for teens to make money.
The College Investor Audio ShowFIRE for Non Frugal People
Financial Independence/Retire Early (FIRE) isn't just for people who want to live a frugal life. It's also for those looking for a more expensive lifestyle.
The College Investor Audio ShowGen Z Age Range And What Does It Mean Financially?
Here is the Gen Z age range and how it stacks up against Millennials and other generations. Find out if there are truths to the stereotypes.
The College Investor Audio Show5 Benefits of Investing
Building wealth and retirement are just two of the benefits of investing. Check out the other benefits of investing here.
The College Investor Audio ShowUniversity Loans | Private Loans Offered By Colleges
A university loan differs from other student loans, such as other private or federal. Learn more about them and whether it makes sense to apply.
The College Investor Audio ShowThe Ultimate Guide To Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Are you curious about Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)? It can be confusing to navigate - so we break down exactly what you need to know!
The College Investor Audio ShowWhat Is A SEP IRA And What Are The Contribution Limits?
A SEP IRA helps business owners save more for retirement by offering generous contribution limits and tax advantages.
The College Investor Audio ShowHow Do Life Insurance Payouts Work
Understanding how life insurance payouts work before a loved one dies can provide a bit of comfort and lessen stress during this time.
The College Investor Audio ShowPros And Cons of ESG Investing
ESG investing focuses on companies with positive environmental, social, and governance actions. Here are the pros and cons of this strategy.
The College Investor Audio Show4 Main Buckets Of Assets And How To Think About Your Money
Asset allocation is more than just stocks and bonds, you need to think about the bigger buckets of assets in your portfolio.
The College Investor Audio ShowTerm vs. Whole Life Insurance: Which Is Better?
A look at why term life insurance is better than whole life insurance, especially over time, and why millennials should only consider term.
The College Investor Audio ShowPresident Biden Has Forgiven The Most Student Loans To-Date
President Biden has forgiven more student loan debt than any previous president in history, and is still working to forgive more loans.
The College Investor Audio ShowTaxes And Your Investments: What Are You Responsible For?
Do you know how much you need to pay in taxes, based on your investments? Use this guide to help figure out how much you owe.
The College Investor Audio ShowStudent Loan Forgiveness Will Benefit Some But Leaves Others Hesitant
Student loan forgiveness is a divisive topic, and we explore several stories of who it will benefit and who is on the fence about it.
The College Investor Audio ShowWhy Are Student Loan Interest Rates Rising?
Student loan interest rates are rising again on new federal loans after temporarily being set to zero during the pandemic.
The College Investor Audio ShowHow To Switch Or Move Banks [Step-By-Step]
Switching banks can be a challenge, but if you're paying fees, it can be worth it. Here's how to switch banks step-by-step.
The College Investor Audio ShowWhat Is A Reverse Mortgage And How Does It Work?
A reverse mortgage is a HELOC alternative that is targeted towards 62 and older homeowners who often have completely paid off their mortgage.
The College Investor Audio ShowHow To Invest In Startups
Startup investing comes with unique risks and low liquidity. Here's what you need to know if you’re curious about investing in a startup.
The College Investor Audio ShowWhat Is Halal Investing?
If you’re familiar with the Islamic faith, consider halal investing. Here's how to build a portfolio that is aligned with your beliefs.
The College Investor Audio ShowCan You Get Financial Aid For Online Courses?
Online schools and courses can be expensive, so it's helpful to find an online school that accepts financial aid. Here's how to find them.
The College Investor Audio ShowHow To Invest In Sports And Trading Cards
Learn when it can make sense to allocate a portion of your investment portfolio to sports and trading cards.
The College Investor Audio ShowWhen It Makes Sense To NOT Pay Off Your Student Loans
If you're on the fence about paying off your student loans quickly, here are reasons you may want to wait before repaying them.
The College Investor Audio ShowDelayed-Onset Investment Glide Paths In College Savings And Retirement Plans
Improve your investment risk with a dynamic strategy that adjusts the asset allocation over time. Here's what you need to know.
The College Investor Audio ShowMost Generous Scholarships For Math and Science Students
If you're a student studying math, science, and engineering, these are the best scholarships to help cover the cost of college.
The College Investor Audio ShowWhat To Know About The New IDR Waiver
The Department of Education has announced several IDR waivers that impact income-driven repayment plans and loan forgiveness.
The College Investor Audio ShowConflicts of Interest in 529 Plans Highlight Need For Oversight
Recently, researchers have identified problems in how some states manage their 529 college savings plans. Here's what you need to know.
The College Investor Audio ShowWhat Is Forbearance Steering And How To Get Help With The IDR Waiver
The Department of Education recently cracked down on forbearance steering and is offering more loan forgiveness with the IDR Waiver.
The College Investor Audio ShowHow To Pay For College Housing On and Off Campus
The cost of college housing makes a huge difference in the total price of what you owe for school. Here's how to save on student housing.
The College Investor Audio ShowWhat To Do After You File Your Taxes?
After you file your taxes, you need to make sure you store a copy of your tax return and make adjustments for next year.
The College Investor Audio ShowDividend Reinvestment - The Key To Long Term Growth
Reinvesting dividends is one of the most important aspects of long-term growth of stock market returns. Here's what it is and why it's important.
The College Investor Audio ShowHow To Cash Out Your Crypto Or Bitcoin
If you own cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Ethereum, you may wonder how you can cash out your crypto and get US Dollars back?
The College Investor Audio ShowHow To Balance Student Loan Repayment And Investing
If you have student loans, it can feel tough to invest - but time is money and you need to balance student loan repayment and investing.
The College Investor Audio ShowShould You Buy Life Insurance With Student Loan Debt?
If you’re between the ages of 20 to 29, should you buy life insurance? What if you have student loan debt? There are advantages to buying life insurance in…
The College Investor Audio ShowHow To Bypass The $2,000 Coverdell Contribution Limit
Coverdell education savings accounts have a $2,000 annual contribution limit per beneficiary, but there are ways to get around this limit.
The College Investor Audio Show8 Last-Minute Tax Reminders For 2022
If you're still waiting to file your taxes, here's eight tips to know so that you don't make a mistake before the tax deadline.
The College Investor Audio ShowSo You Want To Become A Bitcoin Millionaire?
By now, you've probably heard plenty of stories of Bitcoin (or crypto) millionaires. Here's how they did it and if it's still possible today.
The College Investor Audio ShowHow To Implement Broad Student Loan Forgiveness
There may be a way for the Secretary of Education to implement broad student loan forgiveness through a regulatory change to ICR.
The College Investor Audio ShowHow To Move Out Of Your Parents House (Emotionally and Financially)
If you haven't already moved out of your parent's place, here's the low-down on what you need to know to launch both emotionally and financially!
The College Investor Audio ShowWhat Happens If I Don't Pay My Student Loans?
You might think "if I don't pay my student loans" everything will be okay - but the consequences of not paying your debt can be harsh.
The College Investor Audio ShowShould You Have Paid Down Your Student Loans During The Payment Pause?
We break down whether it made more sense to pay extra towards your student loans during the payment pause, or should you have invested?
The College Investor Audio ShowThe Best Tax Breaks For Side Hustlers This Year
We look at the 8 best tax breaks and tax tips for side hustlers and small business owners this year to save money on taxes.
The College Investor Audio ShowHow To Use A 529 Plan For Student Loan Repayment
You can use a 529 plan to repay up to $10,000 in student loans - but there are some caveats you need to know.
The College Investor Audio ShowWhat You Should Know About Tuition-Free Colleges
Tuition-free college is a strong draw for students, but there are many caveats that may cause them to fall short for low-income students.
The College Investor Audio ShowHow To Find The Best Tax Software For Students And Recent Grads
We break down the best tax software for students and how students can take advantage of free tax filing even with student loan interest.
The College Investor Audio ShowBudget Before You Borrow | Make Sure You Know Your College Costs
When creating a budget for college, make sure you are considering these costs before you borrow and during student loan repayment.
The College Investor Audio ShowWill The Student Loan Payment Pause Be Extended Again?
The current student loan payment pause is set to expire on May 1, 2022, but will President Biden extend it again?
The College Investor Audio ShowHow To Use Your Tax Refund To Build Your Credit
You can use your tax refund to build your credit and improve your credit score with these simple tips and tricks.
The College Investor Audio ShowHow Much Student Loan Debt Do Members Of Congress Have?
Since Congress makes student loan policies, like loan forgiveness, we wanted to explore how much student loan debt Congress has.
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Donor-Advised Funds (DAF) | Pros, Cons, And Strategies
A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a tax-advantaged investment account where 100% of the funds are required to go to charitable organizations.
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Statue Of Limitations Laws For Student Loans
We break down the statute of limitations laws for student loans to help you determine when old student debt is legally enforceable.
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9 Best Bond Alternatives: Where Else To Invest For Safety And Income
With bond yields currently being outpaced by inflation, where can income investors turn? Here are nine bond alternatives to consider.
The College Investor Audio ShowWhat Student Loan Borrowers Need To Know About Filing Taxes In 2022
If you paid towards existing student loans last year or took out new ones, here are our top five tips for filing taxes with student loans.
The College Investor Audio ShowWhat's The Right Life Insurance Coverage Amount And Term Length?
Trying to nail down the right life insurance coverage amount and term length for your situation? Here are a few key factors to keep in mind.
The College Investor Audio ShowHow Taxes On NFTs Work (And How To Track It)
Here's what NFT creators and investors need to understand about how NFT taxes work and how they can avoid overpaying at tax time.
The College Investor Audio ShowWhat Is Expanded Income-Contingent Repayment (EICR)
The Education Department has proposed a new repayment plan: Expanded Income-Contingent Repayment (EICR). Here's what we know about it so far.
The College Investor Audio Show2 Tax Changes Crypto Investors Need To Understand
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The College Investor Audio Show6 Ways To Get A Financial Fresh Start In 2022
Looking to move your finances in a positive direction this year? Here are 6 ways to get a financial fresh start in 2022.