The College Investor Audio Show

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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 frugal life, he advocates side hustling and entrepreneurship to earn extra money to achieve your financial goals.

  1. 10 Interesting Ways You Can Make Money Driving

    3 DAYS AGO

    10 Interesting Ways You Can Make Money Driving

    If you have access to a reasonably reliable car, then congratulations! Making money driving is one of the best side hustles! A decent car is the biggest asset most Americans own, other than their houses. And there are a lot of ways you can make money driving or with your car!  In fact, I've seen some people try to raise fast cash by selling their cars. But what you might not realize is that there are a lot of other ways to make money using your car. If you have a car and don't mind driving it around, then you're well on your way to earning hundreds of dollars on the side every month. This has been true for decades — a paper route or a pizza delivery job has always meant using your own wheels — but the app-based gig economy and the Internet generally has vastly expanded the ease of getting paid to drive your own car. Without further ado, here are some of the best ways to start making money driving your car today. If you want other money-making ideas, check out our Side Hustle Ideas post.

    16 min
  2. 10 Biggest FAFSA Mistakes That Could Cost You Financial Aid

    4 DAYS AGO

    10 Biggest FAFSA Mistakes That Could Cost You Financial Aid

    The FAFSA – or Free Application for Federal Student Aid – is required for students who want help paying for college. The application is managed by the Department of Education and helps federal, state, and college-level programs allocate financial aid. This includes grants, federal work-study, and eligibility to qualify for student loans. How much aid a student receives depends on a number of factors including their personal finances. Because many college students receive support from their parents, the entire family’s financial situation is also taken into account as part of the application process. Filling out the FAFSA correctly is important if you’re expecting to receive financial aid to help pay for college. Small errors can impact how much you receive or whether or not you receive financial aid at all. These are the 10 biggest FAFSA mistakes you’ll want to avoid.

    9 min

  3. 5 DAYS AGO

    What Is Tuition Insurance And How Does It Work

    I was recently asked a question by a reader about the drawbacks of getting a private student loan. She asked why she shouldn’t get a private student loan, when interest rates are so low right now. She would need to cosign with her daughter on the loan in order to get the best rate. My advice was as follows: the biggest danger of a private student loan is that the cosigner is also liable for the debt. So, should something happen to her daughter, and she can’t graduate and earn income, she will be on the hook for the debt. However, there are options to protect parents when it comes to paying their children’s tuition – tuition insurance. Below, we’re giving you our best insights into tuition insurance and sharing our top picks for tuition insurance providers.

    13 min

  4. SEP 29

    10 Crazy Ways To Make $10,000 You’ve Never Heard Of

    Let's talk about $10,000... how to get there and make it happen. Why $10,000? Because it's a number that's big enough to make a difference, but small enough to be achievable by most people who set out for it. And there are some crazy ways to make $10,000, so this will also be pretty fun! We recently discussed how to pay down $10,000 in debt in just one year. One of the strategies is to earn more money - but many people don't think they can earn $10,000 extra in just one year. Today, I'm going to show you some of the more unique ways that you can do it. In reality, there are countless ways to earn $10,000 more in a year. That breaks down to just $833.33 per month. If you don't like these more extreme ideas, here's a list of 50 ways you can do it more of "the old fashioned" way. Believe it or not, these have happened. And people can make good money doing it.

    16 min

  5. SEP 27

    3 Ways To Minimize Your Student Loan Debt

    If you’re listening to this, you probably either have student loan debt or you’re about to incur student loan debt and you're looking for ways to minimize your student loans. With student loan debt balances on the rise, your best bet is to pay off your student loan debt as quickly as possible, or better yet, stop the debt from piling up by taking the preventative measures.  Many graduates have to put their life on hold because of common student loan mistakes. Avoid making these mistakes and get rid of your student loans in 3 easy steps! According to USA Today, up to 68% of college graduates enter the workforce with student loan debt. Our study found that the average student loan debt at graduation is roughly $30,000.  To minimize the impact, follow these 3 simple steps to avoid unnecessary debt from accumulating.

    12 min
  6. How To Find Free Community College And Save Money

    SEP 23

    How To Find Free Community College And Save Money

    With college costs and student debt on the rise, students and their parents need to think about ways to cut the overall cost of higher education.  Even if a student wants to attend a four-year university, starting at a two-year university can conservatively lead to five-figure savings. Students who decide against earning a bachelor’s degree can gain a credential (associate’s degree) while spending less time and money than they would in a traditional public university. Whether a student’s goal is to start a career as soon as possible or to earn a bachelor’s degree and beyond, using community college to save money and get ahead can be a smart move. In fact, attending a two-year college may be the most broadly-accessible method to reduce costs while still getting a head start on education.

    12 min

  7. SEP 19

    What To Do With A 529 Plan If Your Child Doesn't Go To College?

    Today's episode is an interview Robert had with Chuck Jaffee from the Money Life Show. He helps answer a reader question: what happens if you have money saved for college in a 529 plan, but then your child (or niece or nephew) don't actually go to college. What are the options? If you're starting from scratch, should you still consider a 529 plan? We hope you enjoy the episode, and if you want to learn more about the Money Life Show, check them out on your favorite podcast platform.

    14 min
  8. 8 Ways That Student Loans Can Get You Fired

    SEP 17

    8 Ways That Student Loans Can Get You Fired

    Did you know that your student loans could get you fired? Imagine this: One day your boss pulls you into his office, sits you down, and says there is a problem. However, your work itself has been flawless. But he doesn't want to talk to you about work — he wants to talk to you about your credit report. You see, when you were hired, you agreed to let your employer run your credit report (maybe unknowingly, simply signing a form in your hiring packet). And now, for whatever reason, your boss lets you know that HR has concerns about your debt. Suddenly, you go from star employee to looking for a job. You already know that student loans suck. It's a fact of life. But did you know that your student loan debt can get you fired? It's happened, and here are eight reasons why, and what you can do to prevent it.

    11 min
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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.

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    The College Investor
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
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