R.J. Weiss

Reviewer & Writer

Contributors/R.J. Weiss

Expertise

Certified financial planner

Education

BA Finance, Eastern Illinois University

Affiliations

CFP® Professional

R.J. Weiss is a certified financial planner who has worked with clients planning investments, insurance, income taxes, and retirement. Weiss is CEO of financial education company The Ways To Wealth, which teaches financial planning fundamentals to hundreds of thousands of monthly readers.

Weiss is a paid member of the Red Ventures Education Integrity Network.

Subject areas

Insurance planning, investment planning, income tax planning, retirement planning

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Read R.J.'s Latest Articles

529 Plan vs. Roth IRA for College Savings

College costs continue to rise. What college savings account should you open? Learn more about 529 vs. Roth IRA college savings options.

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Should Your Student Be an Authorized User on Your Credit Card?

Adding your student as an authorized user on your credit card is an easy way to develop a credit history. Our guide will walk you through the decision.

September 7, 2022

What to Do When Your Parents Refuse to Fill Out the FAFSA

Parents or guardians must submit documentation with the FAFSA. Here's what to do when they refuse to help.

September 7, 2022

Financial Aid for Trade School

There are many different ways you can pay for trade school. Read on to learn your options for financing your trade school education.

August 26, 2022

What Is a Good Credit Score for a College Student?

College can bring on a new wave of financial responsibilities. Discover what a good credit score for a college student is to get prepared.

August 13, 2022

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