The College Investor Ranks the Best Tax Software of 2022
The College Investor has released its annual rankings of the best tax software for consumers - with a focus this year on cryptocurrency and NFT tax filing, unemployment compensation, and reconciling the Advance Child Tax Credit. - January 12, 2022
The College Investor Ranks the Best Free Tax Software for 2022
Most tax software companies advertise "free file," but the reality is that most don't deliver. With all the major taxes changes this year, The College Investor analyzed all the major tax software programs to find which ones offer the most robust free file options. - January 07, 2022
71% of Student Loan Borrowers Ready to Resume Payments in 2022 (The College Investor Survey)
With the student loan payment pause coming to an end on January 31, 2022, student loan borrowers face resuming payments after almost two years. Surprisingly, 71% of student loan borrowers feel ready to resume payments in February 2022. - November 29, 2021
Survey: How Much Americans Pay to Prepare and File Their Taxes
The IRS estimates that 70% of Americans qualify for free tax filing, but our latest survey found that only 25% filed for free. Furthermore, 58% spent $50 or more to file their taxes. - February 15, 2021
The College Investor Ranks the Top Tax Software of 2021
2020 was a strange year for Americans, and the economic turmoil may yield some tough surprises at tax time. Fewer people than ever will have “simple” tax returns. That could lead to difficult tax filing and unexpected “upgrades” that require filers to pay extra. This year, more than ever, there is no "one-size-fits-all" for the best tax software. - January 04, 2021
Survey: 73% of Americans Support Biden's Plan to Forgive $10,000 in Student Loan Debt
Student loan forgiveness has become a hot-button political issue over the last few months. President-Elect Biden has proposed canceling $10,000 in student loan debt, while others want more. The College Investor surveyed 2,000 Americans, including those who don't have loans, to see how much they support canceling student loan debt. - December 17, 2020
New Survey: 75% of Americans Are Familiar with Investing Apps, & Most Prefer a Monthly Fee Model
More Americans than ever are investing on their phones and leveraging new commission-free investing tools. But, how widespread is the adoption and how do consumers feel about these products and tools? The College Investor looks at the changing landscape of investing and how investors want to pay to trade stocks. - December 08, 2020
The College Investor Highlights Over 80 Ways to Get Student Loan Forgiveness
The College Investor has released their 2020 guide to student loan forgiveness programs - finding over 80 federal and state options for borrowers seeking relief for their student loan debt. - February 10, 2020
The College Investor Highlights the Best Free Tax Software of 2020
While most tax software companies advertise free tax software, the reality is that most people don’t qualify for the free tier. However, the annoying part is most consumers don’t discover they don’t qualify until they’ve spent 30-45 minutes entering their information, only to be told that “this scenario requires an upgrade to Deluxe or Premier” versions - for a fee. The College Investor analyzes all the major tax software programs to find which ones offer the most robust free file options. - January 06, 2020
The College Investor Ranks the Best Tax Software of 2020
The College Investor, one of the most read personal finance websites, reaching over 3 million people per month, has come out with their 2020 comprehensive guide to The Best Tax Software for consumers. This year includes best free file, best software for investors, and more. - January 02, 2020
The College Investor Named Best Student Loan Debt Blog of 2019
The College Investor was named the Best Student Loan Debt Blog of 2019 at the Tenth Annual Plutus Awards for their outstanding work helping individuals navigate the complex world of student loan debt. This is the eighth year The College Investor has been nominated for a Plutus Award and their... - September 09, 2019
The College Investor Ranks the Top Tax Software of 2019
The College Investor has released their annual list of the best tax software. Along with ranking the best options for free tax software and more, there are new additions to the list including best virtual tax preparation service. - January 14, 2019
The College Investor Named Best Student Loan Debt Blog in 2018
The College Investor was named the Best Student Loan Debt Blog in 2018 at the Plutus Awards for their outstanding work helping individuals navigate the complex world of student loan debt. This is the seventh year The College Investor has been nominated for a Plutus Award and their second win. - October 04, 2018
The College Investor Nominated for Best Investing Blog and Best Student Loan Debt Blog in 2018
The College Investor is nominated for Best Investing Blog and Best Student Loan Debt Blog in the 2018 Plutus Awards for their outstanding working improving financial literacy for millennials in 2018. - September 06, 2018
The College Investor Nominated for Best Investing Blog 2017
The College Investor is nominated for Best Investing Blog in the 2017 Plutus Awards for their outstanding work improving investing literacy for millennials in 2017. This is the sixth year The College Investor has been nominated for a Plutus Award. Robert Farrington, founder of... - October 06, 2017
The College Investor is Nominated as a Plutus Awards Finalist
The College Investor, a personal finance website for college students and young adults, is a Plutus Award Finalist. The Plutus Awards celebrate the best in personal finance, and winners will be announced at the Financial Bloggers Conference. - September 17, 2011