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Catherine Collins

Chicago

Freelance Contributor at Freelance

💻 #FreelanceWriter 💰 #FinancialWriter 📖 #Author 🎙️ #Podcast Co-Host of @FiveYearYou

Articles

  • 2 days ago | lendedu.com | Catherine Collins |Erin Kinkade

    If you’ve read the news lately, chances are you’ve seen plenty of stories about tariffs. Tariffs are taxes on imported goods. Countries tack on this extra fee for several reasons, including to improve domestic businesses and industries and increase government income. Countries also use tariffs to negotiate trade agreements with other countries. Not all economists agree that tariffs will be beneficial; they have far-reaching effects on citizens and the economy.

  • 2 days ago | lendedu.com | Catherine Collins |Erin Kinkade

    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 grappling with credit card debt. If that’s you, you’re not alone, even though it can feel isolating and scary to look at your credit card statements each month. We know that most credit card debt comes from paying for unexpected expenses or living paycheck to paycheck, not from booking fun vacations or shopping sprees.

  • 1 week ago | lendedu.com | Catherine Collins |Erin Kinkade

    There are several types of financial advisors, and it’s important to find the right one to help you with your specific money goals. Some financial advisors specialize in long-term retirement planning, while others have expertise in budgeting and helping clients manage money stress. Other options include robo-advisors, which simulate human advisors. Below, we’ll clearly define the eight types of financial advisors, tell you who they’ll benefit most, and describe the certifications they should have.

  • 1 week ago | lendedu.com | Catherine Collins |Chloe Moore

    Although the roles of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a financial advisor seem similar, these professionals offer different financial advice. For example, as a financial writer and business owner, I work closely with my CPA. He advised me on the best business formation, filed my taxes, and even helped me set up a payroll (even though it’s just me on it)! However, when I became a parent, I didn’t go to my accountant.

  • 2 weeks ago | lendedu.com | Catherine Collins |Erin Kinkade

    If you’re trying to reach big financial goals, like paying down debt, saving for your kids’ college educations, or planning for retirement, you might consider hiring a financial advisor, a professional who can help you make important decisions about investing, estate planning, taxes, and more. Many people believe you need a high net worth or multiple investments to hire a financial advisor, but that’s not necessarily true. There are many types of financial advisors with varying fee structures.

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Catherine Collins
Catherine Collins @ItsCatCollins
25 Oct 23

After 2 uncomfortable experiences the past few weeks I wish @Uber would enable the ability to select a female driver if available. Similarly, female drivers should be able to give preference for female passengers if available. @focusmate does this with work partners & it's great

Catherine Collins
Catherine Collins @ItsCatCollins
23 Jun 23

I'm just over here trying to turn my two kids into tiny entrepreneurs. 🤑 Here's an oldie but goodie I wrote for @johnrampton at Due https://t.co/sGVt77k3za

Catherine Collins
Catherine Collins @ItsCatCollins
20 Jun 23

Sharing this piece I wrote for Insurify about life insurance. If you haven't purchased it yet, it's time. I'm glad I did this when my twins were 1 because my health has changed as I've gotten older and it would cost me more now to…https://t.co/f9w7ffflKf https://t.co/PL6aFtwXeh