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

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Financial Aid for International Students

International students studying in the U.S. have several financial aid options to fund their tuition and expenses, from scholarships to private loans.

March 6, 2023

Should You Pay Off Student Loans in College?

Paying off loans while in college could get you ahead financially. Learn what to consider when deciding whether to pay loans off while you're still in school.

July 1, 2022

What Is Tuition Insurance?

Tuition insurance refunds your payment if you need to withdraw from school for a medical issue. But is it worth it? Read on to learn more.

June 30, 2022

Ask a College Advisor: How Can My Child Qualify for the California College Promise Grant for Free Community College?

Hear from one of our education professionals on California College Promise Grant eligibility.

June 30, 2022

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