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
11 Reverse Mortgage Facts to Know Before You Borrow
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The Best Auto Loans for Fair Credit: Top Options for 580 – 669 Credit Scores in 2025
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Can You Request More Financial Aid During the Semester?
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FAFSA Independent Student: Real Loophole to Get More Financial Aid?
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What Shouldn’t You Use a Personal Loan to Purchase? 8 Bad Ideas
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Best Free Financial Literacy Courses to Take Online in 2025
Many people wish they had a personal finance class in school. Learning about investing would...
8 Best Personal Finance Books for 2025
Reading personal finance books (or listening to them on audio) is one of the best ways to learn different ways to reach your...
How Often Can You Refinance Student Loans?
If you’re wondering how often you can refinance student loans, the answer is as many times as you want as long as you...
Mortgages for Doctors: How Physician Loans Help You Buy a Home with Low (or No) Down Payment
If you’re a doctor or dentist who is ready to buy a house, consider physician...