Catherine Alford

Catherine Alford is the go to personal finance expert for educated, aspirational moms. She founded her award winning personal finance blog, www.CatherineAlford.com, in 2010.

4 Different Budgeting Strategies to Try This Year

I’ve tried many, many different budgeting strategies, budgeting apps, and budgeting programs. (It’s just one of the perks or sometimes…

6 DIY Homemade Christmas Gifts That People Will Actually Love

If you’re tired of all the consumerism of the holidays, of braving the mall or shopping endless sites on the…

8 Ways to Earn Extra Money Right Before the Holidays

Christmas is right around the corner, and people plan to spend around $983 on gifts this holiday season according to…

4 Places to Find Big and Small Scholarships for College

Scholarships for college are available in so many places, but many students don’t realize it! Today, I’m going to share…

11 Side Businesses You Can Start with Less Than $100

Starting a business can be one of the most beneficial tasks you undertake to improve your financial life. Whether you’re…

7 Ways To Save Hundreds On Your Grocery Bills

My weekly shopping trip to the grocery store is always hectic. Just getting my two toddlers out the car and…