About Catherine Collins
Current Role
Personal finance writer and author
Expertise
- Budgeting
- Mortgages
- Credit
- Debt
- Personal Loans
- Small Business
- Entrepreneurship
Achievements
- Plutus Award Winner For Best Freelance Contributor For Personal Finance
Degrees
- Bachelor’s degree in history from the The College of William and Mary
- Master's degree in history from the Virginia Tech University
Personal Finance Experience
Catherine Collins is a nationally recognized writer, speaker, and author of the book Mom's Got Money: A millennial mom's guide to managing money like a boss. She is the go-to personal finance expert for educated, aspirational moms who want to recapture their life passions, earn more, reach their goals, and take on a more active financial role in their families.
Named the Best Freelance Contributor for Personal Finance by the Plutus Foundation, her writing and expertise have been featured in dozens of notable publications and in national media. She founded her award-winning personal finance blog in 2010 and since then has become a sought-after speaker and leading voice in the personal finance space.
As a self-employed entrepreneur and mother, she spends her days writing for numerous publications, co-hosting her podcast called Five Year You, and raising her boy/girl twins.
Latest from Catherine Collins
What Happens If I Can’t Pay My Credit Card?
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What Happens When a Bank Fails?
When a bank fails, there are systems in place to protect consumers’ deposits and ensure that consumers don’t lose money. As long as...
Safest Banks in the United States in 2025: Where to Keep Your Money Secure
Consumers have many choices when it comes to banking. While some prioritize customer service, high...
Is Your Money Safe in the Bank? Should You Take Your Money Out in 2025?
Yes, your money is safe in the bank as long as it’s in an FDIC-insured...
What Happens If There’s a Government Shutdown? Who’s Affected?
Here’s what happens if there’s a government shutdown: Some government agencies and programs remain open...
How to Reduce Your Total Student Loan Debt: 14 Strategies
It can be overwhelming learning how you can reduce your total loan costs when it...
INvestEd Student Loans and Refi: A Solid Option for Indiana Students
INvestEd student loans and refinance student loans offer competitive interest rates, but they come with...
Will Social Security Run Out? Our Analysis for 2025 and Beyond
News outlets tend to publish sensational headlines warning that Social Security will be depleted in...
What Are Tariffs? 6 Things You Need to Know in 2025
If you’ve read the news lately, chances are you’ve seen plenty of stories about tariffs....
How to Get Out of Credit Card Debt in 7 Steps
Right now, we’re all coping with inflation, higher-priced goods, expensive groceries, and economic uncertainty. So it’s no wonder that thousands of people are...