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
Divvy Homes Rent-to-Own Company 2025 Review: Why It’s the Best for New Buyers
Divvy Homes is a rent-to-own company that offers a path to homeownership through renting. Founded...
6 Ways You Can Go to College for Free (and Advice If You Can’t)
If you want to learn how to go to college for free, you’re in the...
How to Borrow Against Your Pension [and Best Alternatives]
Retirement is a dream for many, but it can also come with unexpected expenses. If...
3 Best Rent-to-Own Companies of 2025
For many people, owning a home might feel like a dream these days (a far, far away dream). However, with the rise of...
How Does Rent-to-Own Work? Understand the Process, Pros and Cons, and When It’s Right for You
Many people want to own a home, but getting there can be challenging given the...
The Complete Guide to Debt-to-Income Ratio (DTI)
Most people know having good credit helps you qualify for a loan, but its lesser-known...
9 Smart Alternatives to a Reverse Mortgage
If you’re considering getting a reverse mortgage (or your parent told you they might apply for one), there are pros and cons to...
Second Mortgage vs. Home Equity Loan vs. HELOC: What’s the Difference?
If you’re a homeowner who wants to tap into your home equity, you have several...
How to Improve Your Credit Score and Open Financial Doors: Short- and Long-Term Strategies
One of the best ways to save money over the course of your lifetime is...
What to Expect From the Trump Administration on Student Loan Forgiveness
If you’re unsure about the future of student loan forgiveness, join the club (it has...