Author: Robert Farrington

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VA Education Benefits by State: Tuition Waivers for Veterans, Spouses, and Dependents

Key Points There are Federal and state education benefits available for veterans, spouses, and their families. Some state benefits stack on...

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The Education Department Is Exposing Tens of Millions in Covid-Era Fraud

New Department of Education Building in Washington D.C. Photo: Robert Farrington/The College Investor The U.S. Department of Education,...

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This Week In College And Money News: April 10, 2026

The federal government is making moves that will reshape how colleges operate and how families pay for school. This week, the Education...

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Can You Change Repayment Plans While Waiting For PSLF Buyback?

Can You Change Repayment Plans While Waiting For PSLF Buyback? This question is about PSLF Buyback. Nearly 100,000 student loan borrowers...

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New Data: Colleges Now Discount Tuition 56% on Average — A Record High

Key Points Only about 12% of college students pay full sticker price. The share paying the advertised rate has been shrinking for 25 years...

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Best Student Loan Rates for April 7, 2026: Abe Leads At 2.65%

Student loan rates have continued to remain steady as the Federal Reserve held rates steady. As of April 7, 2026, private student loan...

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Trump Accounts Are Also Called 530A Accounts — Here’s Why That Matters

Key Points Trump Accounts are also known as 530(a) accounts. Don’t let the political name prevent you from taking advantage of the...

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Best High-Yield Savings Rates for April 6, 2026: Up to 5%

High-yield savings account rates have basically held steady through the first quarter of 2026.  As of April 6, 2026, leading online banks...

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Best 12-Month CD Rates In April 2026

Looking for the best 12-month CDs in April 2026? With interest rates still at multi-decade highs, short-term CDs are paying yields that...

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Treasury Taps Robinhood and BNY Mellon to Power New Trump Accounts Program

Key Points The U.S. Treasury has designated BNY Mellon as financial agent and partnered with Robinhood as brokerage and initial trustee for...

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