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
How to Survive Unpaid Maternity Leave [8 Steps]
This comprehensive guide will teach you how to survive unpaid maternity leave by giving concrete...
What Is Compound Interest? How It Affects Loans and Investments
Compound interest is a financial term that describes earning “interest on interest.” It’s beneficial for...
Will the U.S. Dollar Collapse? Our Analysis Going into 2025
According to economists, the U.S. dollar’s collapse is unlikely, but it’s still important to understand...
How Does Debt Consolidation Work? The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide
Debt consolidation is an excellent way to get relief by reducing the number of payments...
What Is an NSF Fee, and What Do I Do About It?
What is an NSF? It stands for non-sufficient funds, and you might have seen it...
Can You Use a Credit Card to Withdraw Money From an ATM Without Charges?
You can use a credit card to withdraw money from the ATM. However, you can’t...
10 Cash Advance Scams and How to Avoid Them
If you’re searching for a quick cash advance, you’ve probably wondered whether the app or lender you’re using is legit. With scams becoming...
Why Are My Student Loans in Administrative Forbearance?
If you’ve been placed on administrative forbearance and don’t know why, here is more information...
HELOCs for Landscaping Projects
Many people don’t realize you can use a HELOC for landscaping. If you have equity in your home and big dreams of a...
Illinois HELOC Rates and Lenders
If you’re looking for Illinois HELOCs, it’s important to research to get the best rate and terms. Finding a lender that offers low...