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Who Gets Merit Based Scholarships At Private Colleges?
Wondering which students and families actually get merit-based scholarships and grants at private colleges? We have the data.Parents of col…
The College Investor
06/25/2025
Student Loan Forgiveness Due To Disability: What To Know
When your student loans are discharged due to disability, you may be limited in whether you can work or go to school for a period of t…
The College Investor
06/20/2025
Must-Ask Questions About College Costs: Protecting Your Investment
Paying for college isn’t just about covering tuition. It’s about understanding what happens when life takes a turn and what protections exist if it d…
The College Investor
05/29/2025
Which Payments And Periods Count For PSLF?
After years of payments, pauses, and paperwork, many public service workers are confused on what payments and time periods may count for Public …
The College Investor
05/19/2025
Common Dorm Room Disasters That Could Cost You Big
College move-in day is filled with excitement, but new students often learn quickly that shared living spaces come with unexpected risks. And if you’…
The College Investor
05/14/2025
Quick Update On What's Happening With Student Loans
Robert was on MoneyLife with Chuck Jaffe this week talking about the current status of student loans. Tune in to hear Robert's thoughts on what's goi…
The College Investor
05/13/2025
How To Legally Reduce Your IDR Payment (And Avoid Fraud)
Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) plans provide affordable monthly student loan payments by basing the payments on a portion of the borrower’s discr…
The College Investor
05/12/2025
Can You Appeal A Financial Aid Award After Admissions?
Many families assume that once a student accepts admission to a college, the financial aid offer is final. In most cases, that’s true. Schools often …
The College Investor
05/07/2025
Congress Unveils Plan To Change Student Loan Repayment Plans
The latest reconciliation bill set for review in the House Committee on Education and the Workforce proposes some of the most extensive cha…
The College Investor
04/29/2025
Key Life Skills For Incoming College Freshman
As families juggle decisions about housing, orientation dates, and class schedules, one area that often gets overlooked is life skills. The tran…
The College Investor
04/23/2025
What Happens To Financial Aid If You Take A Gap Year
With the stock market fluctuating and new tariffs raising concerns about family finances, some families are re-thinking the college decision (at leas…
The College Investor
04/21/2025
Deferred vs. Waitlisted: What Each Decision Really Means
For high school seniors navigating college admissions, few emails inspire more confusion than a notice of being "deferred" or "waitlisted." Whil…
The College Investor
04/09/2025
Making Savvy Student Loan Decisions For College
Today's episode is an interview Robert had with Jack Wang from the Smart College Buyer podcast. He talks about how to think about college costs, maki…
The College Investor
04/07/2025
5 Ways To Invest In Real Estate To Become A Millionaire
There are multiple ways to invest in real estate. And believe it our not, 90% of the world's millionaires have created wealth through real estat…
The College Investor
04/04/2025
8 Popular Alternative Investments Ideas And Examples
With the stock market down almost 10% this year, more and more investors are looking for alternative investments outside of stocks and bonds.Diversif…
The College Investor
03/31/2025
Can Student Loans Be Discharged In Bankruptcy?
It's a common myth that student loans cannot be discharged in bankruptcy. However, the U.S. Department of Education has the legal authority to a…
The College Investor
03/11/2025
What Happens To An HSA When You Die?
A Health Savings Account, or HSA, is arguably the best tax-advantaged account available in the United States. Contributions and qualified withdrawals…
The College Investor
02/26/2025
The Top 10 Best Investors Of All Time
I thought it would be interesting to look at some of the best investors in modern time. These are all individuals who made significant amounts of mon…
The College Investor
02/25/2025
Are There Time Limits Or Age Limits On 529 Plans?
For families saving for education expenses, 529 plans remain one of the most flexible and long-lasting options available.Unlike other college savings…
The College Investor
02/24/2025
Why Fill Out The FAFSA Even If You Don't "Think" You'll Receive Aid
Even if you don't think you'll receive financial aid, you likely should fill out the FAFSA.According to Sallie How America Pays for College report,&n…
The College Investor
02/12/2025