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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 frugal life, he advocates side hustling and entrepreneurship to earn extra money to achieve your financial goals.
Real Estate vs. Stocks: Why You Should Invest In Both
There's a consistent battle between real estate vs. stocks when it comes to which to invest in - but you can invest in both!
12:5027/07/2020
How Does Leasing A Car Work (And Why You Shouldn't Do It)
A brief summary of this episode
11:0624/07/2020
How To Find The Best Student Loans And Rates
A brief summary of this episode
12:4622/07/2020
80 Ways To Make Money From Home
A brief summary of this episode
55:3020/07/2020
What Is The Depositors Insurance Fund (DIF)?
The Deposit Insurance Fund is devoted to insuring the deposits of individuals covered by the FDIC. The Deposit Insurance Fund (DIF) is set aside to pay back the money lost due to the failure of a financial institution. Read more about the DIF in our latest article.
06:3617/07/2020
How To Pay For College: The Best Order Of Operations
If you are carving a strategy of how to pay for college, looking into various sources of funds, this might be the best order of operations.
11:3513/07/2020
Top Crypto Based Savings Accounts
A brief summary of this episode
07:1708/07/2020
How To Find College Scholarships
Looking for free college funding is no easy task. However, it's something you should definitely do. Here's how to find college scholarships and grants.
07:3506/07/2020
Futures Trading: What It Is And How It Works
Futures trading involves buying or selling futures contracts that lock in the future sale price of an underlying commodity or asset.
07:3203/07/2020
Effective Tax Rates: How Much You Really Pay In Taxes
Calculating effective tax rates isn't as simple as just multiplying income by tax bracket. See what the average person really pays in taxes.
08:4901/07/2020
Finding The Best High-Speed Internet Providers Near You
Here are a few tools that can help you find the best high-speed internet providers in your area and compare their speeds, plans, and prices.
04:3629/06/2020
Rental Car Insurance: Do You Need It Or Should You Waive It?
Learn whether or not rental car insurance is worth having and where you can get the coverage that you need.
14:3026/06/2020
The 6 Best Credit Monitoring Services Of 2020
Don't sit idly by while identity thieves wreck your credit. Protect yourself by using one of the 6 best credit monitoring services of 2020.
06:4424/06/2020
How To Invest In Oil: A Guide For Beginners
Learn how to invest in oil as a beginner including how much of your portfolio oil should comprise and your best investment options.
06:5522/06/2020
Paperstac Review - Invest In Mortgage Notes
A brief summary of this episode
07:0018/06/2020
How To Use A 529 Plan If Your Child Doesn't Go To College
Your child decided to skip college? Here's how you can use your 529 funds including several options to avoid the 529 plan withdrawal penalty.
07:2617/06/2020
8 Payday Loan Alternatives When You Need Fast Cash
Payday loans often come with hefty fees and interest rates. If you need quick cash, these 8 payday loan alternatives could save you money.
07:1515/06/2020
SS vs SSI vs SSDI
A brief summary of this episode
07:0212/06/2020
Pell Grants | What They Are And How To Qualify
A brief summary of this episode
05:3310/06/2020
What Is The Gift Tax and How Much Can You Gift Tax-Free
A brief summary of this episode
07:0505/06/2020
Best Portfolio Analysis Tools
A brief summary of this episode
07:4003/06/2020
401k Loans: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly
A brief summary of this episode
09:0401/06/2020
Our Top 529 Plan Tips, Hacks, And Uses
A brief summary of this episode
05:1629/05/2020
William B. Ford Act - A Student Loan Scammers Favorite Phrase
A brief summary of this episode
08:5327/05/2020
How Much Should You Have In A 529 Plan
A brief summary of this episode
10:5826/05/2020
Socially Responsible Investing - How To Invest In Companies That Match Your Values
A brief summary of this episode
06:4525/05/2020
What Is A 529 Plan And Where To Open One In Your State
With the cost of college constantly on the rise, simply putting money away in a savings account for a child’s educational future may not be enough. Setting up and contributing to a 529 — a tax-advantaged savings plan for educational costs — is one of the best ways to start saving early and maximize those savings.
14:4420/05/2020
Stride Funding Income-Sharing Agreement Review
A brief summary of this episode
06:3119/05/2020
Average Student Loan Monthly Payment
A brief summary of this episode
04:5218/05/2020
Why Equal Weighted Index Funds Outperform Their Benchmarks
A brief summary of this episode
08:0715/05/2020
The Complete And Easy Guide To Student Loan Deferments
A brief summary of this episode
07:0514/05/2020
Vinovest Review - Invest In Rare Wines
A brief summary of this episode
06:5812/05/2020
How To Insure Excess Bank Deposits Above The FDIC Limits
The FDIC insures up to $250,000 of bank deposits per bank per person. Here's how to insure excess bank deposits above the FDIC limit.
07:2108/05/2020
Best International Student Loans | Which Companies Offer Them
A brief summary of this episode
06:1007/05/2020
Tax-Free Employer Repayment Of Student Loans
A brief summary of this episode
05:3507/05/2020
How To Save For College: The Order Of Operations Parents Should Follow
When it comes to how to save for college, there's a right order of operations that can make things easier for your family.
05:0204/05/2020
Credit Card Debt Relief - Where To Get Help For Your Debt
A brief summary of this episode
09:3401/05/2020
Cashier's Checks: What They Are And Where To Get One
A brief summary of this episode
05:5929/04/2020
How To Setup Your 401(K) On Your First Day Of Work
A brief summary of this episode
12:0024/04/2020
Mortgage Calculator | How Much Home Can You Afford?
A brief summary of this episode
11:4622/04/2020
Money Orders: What They Are, How They Work, Alternatives
A brief summary of this episode
05:0421/04/2020
How To Fix Your Banking Score To Open A Checking Account
A brief summary of this episode
08:1420/04/2020
How To Create A Budget | The Tools And Tips To Make It Work
A brief summary of this episode
11:0816/04/2020
How To Get Your Stimulus Check If It Doesn't Come Automatically
A brief summary of this episode
08:2214/04/2020
How To Invest In Stocks | The Easiest Ways To Get Started
A brief summary of this episode
15:2413/04/2020
Astra Finance Review | Save Money Automatically
A brief summary of this episode
06:0510/04/2020
What Is FICA Tax | Who Pays It and What Do I Need To Know?
A brief summary of this episode
05:5808/04/2020
Updated Unemployment Benefits - What Do You Get?
A brief summary of this episode
05:4907/04/2020
The Risks and Rewards Of International Bonds [And How To Invest]
A brief summary of this episode
07:2806/04/2020
Farm Together Review
A brief summary of this episode
07:4005/04/2020