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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.
Investing On Margin | How To Use Leverage And Not Get Burned
Investing on margin is riskier than investing with cash. But these tips can help margin traders avoid blowing up their portfolios.
07:0004/06/2021
How To Shop For Mortgage Refinancing In 2021
Mortgage rates are still at all-time lows in 2021. Here's how to compare mortgage refinance rates and terms to find the best deal!
07:5331/05/2021
How To File A Complaint Against Your Bank
Here’s the step-by-step process you’ll need to follow to file a complaint against your bank if you have an issue that it won't resolve.
06:2624/05/2021
How To Spot And Avoid A College Roommate Scam
The college roommate scam is a crime where someone pretends to rent a room when they are not legally allowed to do so.
05:3221/05/2021
How To Become A Millionaire At Any Age
We're celebrating Millionaire's Day and what better way to do that than by laying out a path on how to become a millionaire.
10:0320/05/2021
![What Is Short Selling [And Can You Do It]?](https://artwork.captivate.fm/22954e2a-baad-4e83-b4d8-63a9781c58ad/spotify-sell.jpg "What Is Short Selling [And Can You Do It]?")
What Is Short Selling [And Can You Do It]?
Short selling is a trading strategy that involves selling borrowed stock shares in hopes that they can be bought back later at a lower price.
06:4419/05/2021
Parent Loans: Options For Parents To Pay For College
Here's our overview of parent loans to help pay for college. Look at your options and some alternatives to help your children with college.
16:1217/05/2021
IBR vs. PAYE | Understanding Income-Based Repayment Plans
We provide a head-to-head comparison of IBR vs. PAYE to help you decide which of these income-driven repayment plans may be right for you.
14:3812/05/2021
The Beginner's Guide To Selling Put Options
Selling put options is an income-collection strategy for traders who have a neutral to bullish view of a stock. Learn how to get started.
05:5307/05/2021
What Is A Clearinghouse? (And How Does It Work For Investment Apps)
A clearinghouse matches buyers and sellers in stock market transactions. Some investment apps self-clear while others use independent firms.
05:1105/05/2021
Where To Find Medical Residency And Relocation Loans
Medical residency and relocation loans can help cover the non-college-related costs of becoming a doctor. Here's where to find them.
07:4903/05/2021
How Much Do Federal Student Loan Servicers Make Per Loan?
We break down how much federal loan servicer like Fedloan and Navient make per loan. Hint: much less than you think.
05:2528/04/2021
10 Best Personal Finance Books of 2021
Here are some old and new life-changing personal finance books. If you're wanting to shift your finances to something positive, take a look.
08:1827/04/2021
Taxable Scholarships: Is That Money Really Free?
Unlike other forms of generosity, scholarship funds can be taxable to recipients. Learn the rules concerning taxable scholarships.
06:5426/04/2021
How To Get Health Insurance When You're Self-Employed
Looking to save money on self-employed health insurance coverage? We break down eight options worth considering in 2021.
10:0423/04/2021
10 Awesome Gift Ideas For High School Or College Grads
We put together our list of the ten best gift ideas for high school or college graduates this year - so find your ideas now!
08:0621/04/2021
How MUCH should you have saved for retirement right now?"
Are you on track with your retirement savings? See benchmarks for how much someone should have saved for retirement at different ages.
07:3619/04/2021
What To Do If You're Late Filing Taxes
Here's what you need to do step by step if you missed the tax filing deadline and now you're late filing taxes .
06:1416/04/2021
5 Best Stock Tracking Apps To Keep Tabs On Your Investments
Whether you’re a beginner or have decades of investing experience, these stock tracking apps can help you monitor your investments better.
08:3809/04/2021
Best Last-Minute Tax Tips For 2021
Here are the best last-minute tax tips to take advantage of before the 2021 tax filing deadline (which has been extended to May 17th).
07:5207/04/2021
Differences In 529 Plans: Why Saving For College Is So Messy In America
Saving for college is complicated in America because there are many differences in the 529 plans that are offered by each state.
10:0905/04/2021
What Are NFTs And How To Invest In Them
Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are crypto-based digital assets that are unique and nearly impossible to copy. Learn how to invest in them.
07:5802/04/2021
The Average Net Worth Of Millennials By Age [Updated For 2021]
We break down the average net worth of millennials by age, as well as stretch goals to be in the top 1% of millennial wealth.
17:4401/04/2021
Analyzing And Trading Options 101
We break down a few fundamental concepts that you should understand if you're wanting to start analyzing and trading options.
07:1531/03/2021
Proposal: How To Reform Student Loans And Hold Colleges Accountable
Our proposal to reform student loans while at the same time holding colleges and universities accountable for what they charge students.
23:1730/03/2021
How To Calculate Your Adjusted Gross Income (AGI)
Adjusted gross income (AGI) is your total income minus certain above-the-line deductions. Learn how to calculate your AGI and why it matters.
07:2729/03/2021
SPACs 101: What Is A SPAC and Should You Invest?
SPACs are shell companies that raise capital from investors through an IPO with the intention to acquire a private company within two years. But are they worth investing in?
06:3026/03/2021
Tax Pro vs. DIY Online: Which Tax Prep Is Better For You?
We compare two of the most popular tax prep strategies - tax pro vs. DIY online - to help you decide which option would fit your needs best.
11:1924/03/2021
State Taxes And Student Loan Forgiveness
Check out this guide to state taxes on student loan forgiveness to learn which states exclude forgiveness from your income and which don't.
08:4423/03/2021
Analyzing and Trading Stocks and ETFs 101
We break down a few basic fundamental indicators that traders should consider when analyzing and trading stocks and ETFs.
07:5522/03/2021
Overdraft Protection: How It Works And How To Avoid Fees
Overdraft protection prevents bank customers from having transactions declined due to insufficient funds. Learn how to avoid overdraft fees.
07:0019/03/2021
How To Find A Tax Pro For Your Business
Business owners can save time and money by working with qualified tax professionals. Here's how to find the right tax pro for your business.
07:2417/03/2021
![When Your Side Hustle Becomes Your Main Hustle [What To Know]](https://artwork.captivate.fm/17c0cbc1-ac6f-438f-98f8-3fc1081d0e36/spotify-side.jpg "When Your Side Hustle Becomes Your Main Hustle [What To Know]")
When Your Side Hustle Becomes Your Main Hustle [What To Know]
There's a lot to consider when your side hustle becomes your main hustle. Here's how to prepare yourself both financially and emotionally.
12:1210/03/2021
Best Apps To Send Money (Domestic And International)
Whether you're wanting to pay someone across the table from you or across international borders, here are the best apps to send money!
09:2008/03/2021
Best Business Budgeting Systems And Tools
Businesses need budgets too! We compare the features and pricing of some of our favorite business budgeting systems and tools available today.
07:4803/03/2021
7 Investment Ideas To Get The Most Out Of Your Tax Refund
Here are seven investment ideas for your tax refund that can help you grow your money over time.
08:3402/03/2021
Is Student Loan Forgiveness By Executive Order Legal?
Some politicians are asking President Biden to sidestep Congress and provide student loan forgiveness by executive order. But is that legal?
11:4801/03/2021
Growth Investing | What Is It And How To Start
Growth investing is a strategy that prioritizes buying stocks and funds that are expected to grow faster than average. Learn how it works!
07:4526/02/2021
Value Investing | What Is It And How To Start
Value investing is a type of investment strategy in which investors perform fundamental analysis to find undervalued stocks.
07:2724/02/2021
Virtual Tax Preparation: What To Know And Where To Go
If you want professional tax prep but don’t want to visit an office, virtual tax preparation could be a good option. Learn how it works.
07:2122/02/2021
What Gig Workers And Independent Contractors Need To Know For Taxes
As side hustling becomes a way of life for many Americans, here are 6 things gig workers and independent contractors need to know for taxes.
07:2419/02/2021
Going Back To School As An Adult: Is It Worth It?
Going back to school as an adult can be a way to invest in yourself and your future. But is it worth the cost? Here's how to decide.
08:0617/02/2021
Agriculture Investing | The Ways To Find Returns In Farming
There are several ways to start with agriculture investing. We break down your best options including REITs, ETFs, crowdfunding, and more.
06:2816/02/2021
Survey: How Much Americans Pay To File Their Taxes In 2021
We surveyed 1,200 Americans to get an understanding of how much they paid, on average, to file their taxes and what services they used.
12:3315/02/2021
Master Promissory Notes (MPN) | What To Know Before You Sign
Master Promissory Notes (MPN) are legally-binding documents that all federal student loan borrowers must sign. Learn why they're important!
06:5015/02/2021
Tax-Loss Harvesting: A Step-By-Step Guide
Tax-loss harvesting involves selling investments that are down in order to offset realized capital gains and lower your tax liability.
07:2712/02/2021
How To Invest In Gold | A Simple Beginner's Guide
Investors looking to invest in gold have three choices: they can purchase the physical asset, they can purchase shares of a mutual or exchange-traded fund (ETF) that replicates the price of gold, or they can trade futures and options in the commodities market. We break down more about how to get started and what to expect.
06:2310/02/2021
Emergency Funds: How Much Do You Really Need?
When it comes to emergency funds, there is so much conflicting advice. So how much do you really need for your rainy day fund?
11:1605/02/2021
Student Aid Index: What To Know About The Changes To Financial Aid
The Student Aid Index (SAI) will soon replace the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) on the FAFSA. Learn how this will impact financial aid.
08:4903/02/2021
What Is The Fair Tax? How It Would Work And Its Pros And Cons
The Fair Tax system would replace all the payroll and income taxes in the current tax code with one national sales tax.
09:2001/02/2021