The College Investor Audio Show

The U.S. Department of Education can compromise federal student debt in certain situations that it's deemed "uncollectable." What does that really mean?

These stock and options strategies for volatile markets can help you maximize profits and minimize risk during large price swings.

Interested in earning money on your cryptocurrency assets while you sleep? Here's how to make passive income through crypto!

Are you an overloaded, tired, or exhausted college student? Here are some time management tips you can use now and in your future career!

The Federal Funds Rate has been near zero since March 2020. Learn how businesses and individuals could be impacted if the Fed raises rates.

Don't be fooled! Section 7702 plans aren't retirement plans but rather a marketing label for cash value life insurance policies. Learn more.

Learn how to get additional help from a student loan ombudsman when you aren't able to resolve your student loan disputes on your own.

Learn about the symptoms of depression related to student loan debt and discover free and low-cost mental health resources that may help.

Celsius is now offering 0% APR crypto loans for California residents (at 25% LTV) with no origination fees. Learn more!

We share five lessons from experts about what it takes to be successful in college, from the basics to truly knowing yourself and finding your ROI on education.

Cutting the cord shouldn't keep you from being able to watch your favorite teams. Here are the best ways to watch sports online for free.

Learn why the FAFSA asset protection allowance is dropping to record lows and how it could impact your eligibility for financial aid.

Here is an action plan and strategy set for overcoming the fear of investing in the stock market so that you don't lose money over time.

Looking for advice on how to pick a college major? We examine three popular strategies and break down their strengths and weaknesses.

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Student loan entrance counseling is required before you can receive your first undergraduate or graduate federal student loan. Learn why.

While Quicken is a popular tool, there are so many great ways to manage your money online. Check out these best alternatives to Quicken.

Title IV status means that a school has been accredited by the Department of Education to participate in federal student aid programs.

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We list the tell-tale signs of predatory lending and explain what steps borrowers can take to protect themselves against unfair loan terms.

The CARES Act forbearance on federal student loans is set to expire on September 30, 2021. Here's what to do when student loans unpause.

Two federal loan servicers have recently announced they will not renew their contracts. Learn why student loan servicers are dropping out.

Wondering if it would be beneficial to use a 529 plan for estate planning? We explain when that strategy could make sense and how to do it.

Student loan debt is a serious problem in the United States. Here are six tips to help young adults and millennials pay off student loan debt.

Borrowers with FFELP loans can federally consolidate them or refinance them with private lenders. Here are the pros and cons of both options.

We explore what a safe deposit box is, its pros and cons, and when it still can make sense to rent one. Here's what you need to know.

We examine the pros and cons of REPAYE, including its interest subsidy, to see if it might be a good fit for your student loan situation.

Learning what option Greeks are and how to use them can help traders maximize profit potential and reduce risk. Check out this quick primer!

Some student loan experts think that a fourth payment pause and interest waive extension announcement could be coming soon. Here are the reasons for and against it.

We break down the pros and cons of passive investing vs. active investing to help you choose the best investment strategy for you.

Think that residential real estate is your only investing option? Think again. Here's how to invest in commercial real estate in 2021.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness can be a valuable program, but you'll want to avoid the PSLF errors that often trip borrowers up. Here's how!

The easiest money-saving phone calls include calling your credit card issuer, insurance provider, and cable company. See the full list!

An index fund is an exchange traded fund (ETF) or mutual fund that is designed to mirror the performance of a certain stock market benchmark.

Coverdell ESAs are less popular than 529 plans but have some advantages over them when saving for K-12 expenses. Learn their pros and cons!

Income-Contingent Repayment (ICR) is the oldest income-driven repayment plan and the only one that's available to Parent PLUS Loan borrowers.

Here are eight ways that you can setup a plan that will eliminate your student loan debt with loan forgiveness, repayment plans, and more.

Portfolio rebalancing means selling some assets and buying others in order to maintain the asset allocation that fits your risk tolerance.

Airline mileage malls reward you with airline miles for regular spending. Find the best airline mileage malls to use in this post.

Learn how parents can claim advance child tax credit payments from the IRS of $250 to $300 per child starting July 15th, 2021.

We break down the best automatic investment apps of 2021 that make it easy to create "set it and forget" investing portfolios at low costs.

Here are 15 different summer vacation money making ideas for college students who didn't get a summer job and are still looking to earn money.

The average student loan monthly payment in the US is $393. See what the average borrower can expect to pay on each type of repayment plan.

We break down two simple ways to save interest on your student loans without raising your monthly payment or paying extra towards principal.

Investing on margin is riskier than investing with cash. But these tips can help margin traders avoid blowing up their portfolios.

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!

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.

The college roommate scam is a crime where someone pretends to rent a room when they are not legally allowed to do so.

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.

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.