R.J. Weiss

Reviewer & Writer

Contributors/R.J. Weiss

Expertise

Certified financial planner
Investment planning
Income tax planning
Retirement planning

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.

Media Mentions

Read R.J.'s Latest Articles

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The Student’s Guide to Budgeting in College

College means paying tuition and fees, as well as budgeting for housing, food, and books. Learn how to create a college student budget today.

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FAFSA Deadlines Rundown for 2024-25

Each year, the FAFSA helps millions of students get aid for college. Learn when FAFSA deadlines are and what changes to expect for 2024-25 and beyond.

January 8, 2024

The Student’s Guide to Evaluating Financial Aid Award Letters

Learn how to read your financial aid award letter like an expert. Compare award letters from different schools to determine the best one for you.

May 23, 2023

How Much Does Online College Cost?

Discover the cost of online college and learn valuable tips for managing and reducing expenses in our guide.

July 29, 2024

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