Christian Personal Finance
http://christianpf.com/
Description
Christian PF is a personal finance blog dedicated to helping Christians learn to live debt free. Christian PF shares real-world advice, tips, tools, and encouraging scriptures to help readers achieve their financial goals.
Year Started
2007
Topics Covered
Personal Finance, Debt Reduction Strategies, Debt-Free Living, Financial Freedom, Budgeting, Money-Making Opportunities
What Makes this Blog Unique
- A Christian take on personal finance
- Wide variety of finance topics covered
- Offers courses and a popular newsletter
Our Favorite Posts
- My Checklist to Financial Freedom – A helpful printable checklist of steps to take toward achieving financial freedom
- 250 Bible Verses About Money – Helpful and encouraging verses about finances divided into topics including budgeting, business, investing, and savings
Get Out of Debt Guy
http://getoutofdebt.org/
Description
Steve Rhode, the Get Out of Debt Guy, strives to help people overcome bad debt with good advice. His blog also has advice on avoiding scams, and insider advice from the debt relief industry.
Year Started
2008
Topics Covered
Debt, Debt Relief, Consumer Complaints, Avoiding Scams
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Steve Rhode is a debt expert and regular contributor to the Huffington Post and Washington Times
- Responds to questions from blog readers
- Discusses current events and trends in the debt relief industry
Our Favorite Posts
- The Get Out of Debt Series – a multitude of free guides to debt topics including tackling debt, declaring bankruptcy, and much more
- My Free Books You Can Download Right Now to Help You with Money Troubles – Six freely downloadable books authored by the Get Out of Debt Guy to help get a grip on your finances
MoneyNing
http://moneyning.com/
Description
MoneyNing is a personal finance blog sharing insight on saving, frugal living, and investing. The blog also shares coupons and promo codes to help readers save money.
Year Started
2007
Topics Covered
Saving, Investing, Frugal Living, Coupons
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Author David Ning offers common sense advice on saving money
- Coupons and promo codes are available for many popular companies and services
- Has a Beyond Money section of life advice
Our Favorite Posts
- Investing 101 – A collection of articles about investing basics, including index funds and low-cost stock broker reviews
- Frugal Living – – A complete guide to living frugally and saving money
- Coupons – David’s up-to-date coupon collection for popular companies including Verizon, Expedia, and the Home Depot
My Wife Quit Her Job
http://mywifequitherjob.com/
Description
My Wife Quit Her Job shares the story of the Chous, a family that found themselves in better financial shape after Jennifer Chou quit her job and started a successful online store. Learn their tips for entrepreneurship and starting a small business to follow in their footsteps.
Year Started
2010
Topics Covered
Entrepreneurship, Start a Business, Online Shops, Small Business Ownership
What Makes this Blog Unique
- A practical guide to starting your own niche online business
- Advice on how to be an entrepreneur and run a business
Our Favorite Posts
- Online Store Tutorials – Free step-by-step guides to starting your own successful online business
- Podcast – Subscribe and listen to My Wife Quit Her Job’s regular podcast featuring interviews with other small business entrepreneurs
PT Money
Description
Learn to make extra money, save more money, and spend wisely at PT Money. Author Philip “PT” Taylor blogs and offers financial resources for banking, credit cards, discount brokers, and more.
Year Started
2007
Topics Covered
Frugal Living, Saving, Personal Finance, Saving, Entrepreneurship, Earning More Money
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Covers a wide range of topics, including insurance, mortgages, and rate comparisons
- Interviews with other financial experts
- A multitude of saving and frugal living tips
Our Favorite Posts
- 104 Ways to Save Money – A comprehensive guide to ways little and big to put aside more money every day, week, and month
- 52 Ways to Make Extra Money – A joint effort between PT Money and readers, these tips can help readers find ways to earn extra cash on the side
- Best Credit Cards – An up-to-date list of the best credit cards as categorized by rewards and types, whether for a student, small business, or family
Bargaineering
http://www.bargaineering.com/articles/
Description
Bargaineering is a personal finance blog that puts personal finance into a language everybody can understand. Also includes up-to-date rate comparisons for banks and credit cards.
Year Started
2005
Topics Covered
Personal Finance, Credit Cards, Frugal Living, Saving, Rates Comparisons
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Breaks down complicated personal finance topics so everyone can understand them
- Reviews popular personal finance tools and services
- Lists the best rates for credit cards, CDs, and more
Our Favorite Posts
- Frugal Living Column – Learn to embrace the frugal lifestyle with these helpful articles and tips
- Bargaineering Videocast – Watch the BVC for conversations on investing and the latest financial news
Consumerism Commentary
http://www.consumerismcommentary.com/
Description
Consumerism Commentary is a one-stop blog for financial news and advice. Its mission to help readers become financially literate, capable, and responsible.
Year Started
2003
Topics Covered
Personal Finance, Budgeting, Debt Reduction, Taxes, Credit Cards, Real Estate
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Named by Businessweek as one of the best blogs for “the young and broke”
- A knowledgeable team of writers covers a wide variety of topics and updates regularly
- Has a lengthy archive of past articles
Our Favorite Posts
- New Reader Guide – Find a starting point for any kind of personal finance question
- The Correct Way to Pay Off Debt – An in-depth guide to using the Debt Avalanche strategy to debt reduction
Get Rich Slowly
http://www.getrichslowly.org/blog/
Description
Get Rich Slowly offers realistic, practical advice to help readers accumulate wealth. The blog helps readers eliminate debt, save, and make smart investments to reach their financial goals.
Year Started
2006
Topics Covered
Personal Finance, Investing, Debt Reduction, Money Skills, Rates Comparisons, Consumer Guides
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Active and dedicated readership that frequently comments on and contributes to articles
- Simple, straightforward financial advice
- Tips on topics outside of money, including developing confidence and how to stop procrastinating
Our Favorite Posts
- Building a Personal Finance Library – A curated list of the 25 best books about money
- How to Build YOur Confidence and Destroy Fear – A blog authors personal tale and advice of how to believe in yourself and think big
- 9 Methods for Mastering Your Money – Helpful advice for getting a grip on personal finances
Good Financial Cents
http://www.goodfinancialcents.com/
Description
Helping make “cents” of your financial life, Good Financial Cents help readers achieve financial freedom the right way. Author Jeff Rose is a certified financial planner who writes in an engaging, down-to-earth, and entertaining manner.
Year Started
2008
Topics Covered
Financial Planning, Investing, Retirement Planning, Personal Finance
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Author Jeff Rose makes his posts entertaining but with straightforward, easy to understand advice
- Lots of investment advice, including reviews on popular low-cost brokers
Our Favorite Posts
- Tools for Dominating Your Money – Free resources for getting started investing and managing your money
- How to Break a Bad Habit in 21 Days – A reader challenge and practical guide to breaking bad money habits and starting new, healthy ones
I Will Teach You to Be Rich
http://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/blog/
Description
New York Times best-selling authors teaches readers how to life a rich life – financially and otherwise. Readers are encouraged to pursue their passions and get their dream jobs, all while earnings more and saving more.
Year Started
2004
Topics Covered
Personal Finance, Saving, Making More Money, Jobs, Starting Your Own Business, Credit Cards
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Blog has an active community of over 500,000 monthly readers
- Free tools including books and videos
- Has a section on how to negotiate
Our Favorite Posts
- Earn More Money This Year – Three easy ways to make more money on a busy schedule, with pros and cons on each
- How to Negotiate Better Than 99% of People – Videos and reader stories to help you negotiate credit card rates, a higher salary, and more
Len Penzo
http://www.lenpenzo.com/
Description
Blogger Len Penzo explains current events and financial advice with a tongue-in-cheek, irreverent approach. Penzo’s off-beat approach helps deliver honest, practical advice.
Year Started
2008
Topics Covered
Personal Finance, Current Events, Saving, Frugal Living, Family Finance, Retirement Planning
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Funny, entertaining, off-beat, but advice is always on-point
- Extensive blogroll of other personal finance blogs
- Covers family financial circumstances from braces to weddings to private school
Our Favorite Posts
- 10 Key Characteristics of Debt-Free People (of Modest Means) – Learn the traits of regular people who have achieved financial freedom
- If You Can’t Live on $40,000 Per Year, It’s Your Own Fault – Typical of Penzo’s no-nonsense style, this post also contains tips on budgeting and lowering living expenses
Money Crashers
http://www.moneycrashers.com/
Description
A diverse team of authors write Money Crashers, a blog dedicated to creating a community of readers who make financially sound decisions. Money Crashers emphasizes common sense and self-control to help readers become financially sound.
Year Started
2006
Topics Covered
Credit, Debt, Investing, Education, Real Estate, Insurance, Small Business, Current Events, Politics
What Makes this Blog Unique
- An extensive archive of posts and articles covering a wide variety of personal finance topics
- Lots of “10 best” lists for everything from budget wedding ideas to hotel reward cards
Our Favorite Posts
- Money Management – Articles on everything from making more money working at home to reviews of popular credit cards
- Economy and Policy – Commentary on current events that could affect you and your business, such as changes to health care and minimum wage legislation
Money Talks News
http://www.moneytalksnews.com/
Description
“News that makes you wealthier and wiser” – founder Stacy Johnson discusses personal finance matters at Money Talks News. A CPA for 30 years, Johnson draws on his wealth of knowledge to help readers accomplish their financial goals.
Year Started
1992
Topics Covered
Saving, Frugal Living, Investing, Debt Reduction, Real Estate, Retirement
What Makes this Blog Unique
- “Ask Stacy” column features answers to reader questions
- Highlights coupons and deals to help readers save money
- A helpful mix of tried-and-true personal finance advice with updates and commentary on current events
Our Favorite Posts
- Money Makeover – Use this step-by-step guide to cutting expenses by finding better rates and deals
- 10 Simple Strategies to Simplify Your Life – 10 tips to get organized financially, and stay that way
Money Under 30
http://www.moneyunder30.com/
Description
Targeted toward 20- and 30-somethings, Money Under 30 offers advice on how “not to screw up” your finances early on. The blog emphasizes planning for the future and saving on common expenses for this age group such as travel and student loans.
Year Started
2006
Topics Covered
Saving, Frugal Living, Investing, Retirement Planning, Debt, Debt Reduction
What Makes this Blog Unique
- A team of regular contributors write regular posts, many based on past experience
- Offers articles for both the broke post-grad just starting out and the 30-year old businessperson starting a family
- Readers can sign up for a free 7-day email MoneySchool bootcamp
Our Favorite Posts
- Start Here – The best posts for getting started saving, earning more, investing, and more
- How To Save When You Were Born to Spend – How to develop healthy financial habits in a consumer society
Moolanomy
http://www.moolanomy.com/
Description
Moolanomy seeks to help readers live better by earning more and spending less. Moolanomy follows four pillars of personal finance: income management, expense management, asset management, and debt management.
Year Started
2007
Topics Covered
Saving, Debt Management, Personal Finance, Earn More, Current Events
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Fosters and maintains an active community forum where readers can post questions and receive answers
- Moolanomy’s team of writers covers timely financial topics and has an extensive archive of past posts
- Has over 17,000 coupons and promo codes to help readers save money
Our Favorite Posts
- Smart Spending – Learn to reduce spending, make good buying decisions, and use money wisely
- Job and Career – Generate income through a new job or side gig, and learns the basics of entrepreneurship
Mr. Money Mustache
http://www.mrmoneymustache.com/
Description
A slick, fun personal finance blog, Mr. Money Mustache seeks to help readers achieve “financial freedom through badassity.” The blog’s mustachioed author adheres to the saying that “a millionaire is made ten bucks at a time” and shares easy ways to save and invest.
Year Started
2011
Topics Covered
Saving, Budgeting, Retirement Planning, Frugal Living
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Serious financial advice is given in a casual, entertaining, and engaging way
- MMM Forum has numerous threads covering a many reader-posed topics
Our Favorite Posts
- What is Stoicism and How Can it Turn your LIfe to Solid Gold? – MMM’s philosophical advice on cutting expenses while still living a meaningful life
- How to Go from Middle-Class to Kickass – Solid advice on cutting expenses, including a sample budget showing how to save
Punch Debt in the Face
http://www.punchdebtintheface.com/
Description
Punch Debt in the Face lives up to its billing as “a personal finance blog that isn’t boring.” Through irreverent humor and solid financial advice (plus stick figures), Punch Debt in the Face helps readers develop healthy debt strategies, drawing on the author’s own experiences paying off his student loans.
Year Started
2011
Topics Covered
Debt, Debt Reduction, Frugal Living, Saving, Investing
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Advice on common debts such as student loans, car, and mortgages
- Offers an honest look at the author and his family’s finances and financial choices
Our Favorite Posts
- Our 2014 Budget – See how the self-proclaimed Ninjas of Punch Debt in the Face budget for the calendar year
- Rap Song – Because debt reduction doesn’t have enough street cred, Punch Debt created a personal finance rap
Wisebread
http://www.wisebread.com/
Description
Wisebread is a personal finance blogging portal with a mission to help people “live large on a small budget”. Their writers come from a wide variety of backgrounds and create digestible articles on a daily basis.
Year Started
2006
Topics Covered
Personal Finance, Frugal Living, Career Advice, Life Hacks
What Makes this Blog Unique
- A uniquely positive take on personal finance
- Wide breadth of contributors
- Curated selection of other personal finance blogs
Our Favorite Posts
- Money Tips Network – Searchable, up-to-date collection of blog feeds from other well respected personal finance sites including The Simple Dollar and Get Rich Slowly
- Personal Finance – All of the personal finance related content on the blog organized by subsection
The Health Care Blog
http://thehealthcareblog.com/
Description
The name is self-explanatory – The Health Care Blog follows all things health care, including the economics of health care in the United States. Readers can learn how current events in the industry will affect their pocketbooks.
Year Started
2005
Topics Covered
Health Care, Personal Finance, Saving
What Makes this Blog Unique
- High quality sources and knowledgable authors
- Can help readers understand and keep track of what is for many families a frequently large cost
Our Favorite Posts
- Economics – All posts on The Health Care Blog related to the economy and finance
- How Much is Health Care Worth? – An interesting look at the true costs and relative value of health care in the United States
Budgets Are Sexy
http://budgetsaresexy.com/
Description
Billed as “a personal finance blog that won’t put you to sleep,” Budgets Are Sexy seeks to make readers believe that budgets are worth drooling over. Author J. Money dispenses sound financial advice, and also highlights interesting career stories for ideas on how to make an extra buck.
Year Started
2008
Topics Covered
Personal Finance, Frugal Living, Career Advice, Life Hacks, Investing, Retirement Planning
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Side Hustle Series showcases interesting and often off-beat part-time work opportunities
- Answers lots of common questions about retirement saving and family planning
- Has budget templates to help readers create their own budgets
Our Favorite Posts
- My Millionaire To-Do List – Ideas for ways to save money and reach financial goals
- The Ultimate Baby Cost Tracker – Blog author tracks pre- and post-birth expenses, and offers tips on how readers can budget and save money
J.D. Power & Associates Banking Blog
http://www.jdpowercontent.com/bankingblog/
Description
J.D. Power & Associates is a leader in market research, determining customer satisfaction for companies in various industries. Their banking blog includes info on the best banks, financial planners, and other services.
Topics Covered
Banking, Investing, Consumer Reports, Reviews, Current Events
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Features up-to-date numbers and forecasts for industry trends
- Details consumer satisfaction with companies including banks and brokers
- Expert sources and commentary
Our Favorite Posts
- Small Business – Tips on small business ownership and customer satisfaction reports for small business banks
- Investor – Catered to the investing professional, but features tips for finding the best financial professional
DailyWorth
http://dailyworth.com/
Description
DailyWorth aims to help women navigate finances, their careers, and entrepreneurship. The blog seeks to close the income gap by helping women invest and build wealth.
Year Started
2009
Topics Covered
Saving, Budgeting, Women’s Issues, Career Advice, Entrepreneurship
What Makes this Blog Unique
- High-quality sources and a large archive of great back content
- Though women-oriented, men will find sound, helpful advice on a wide variety of topics
Our Favorite Posts
- 10 Habits of High Net-Worth Women – A helpful slide show of the habits financially successful women share
- It’s Time to Stop Apologizing – An essay on breaking the sorry habit and building the confidence needed to achieve financial freedom
LearnVest
http://www.learnvest.com/category/life-and-money/
Description
LearnVest is a financial service dedicated to helping people make progress on their money. Their blog is free and requires no sign-up, and features articles on saving.
Year Started
2009
Topics Covered
Saving, Budgeting, Frugal Living, Retirement Planning
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Helpful lists for ways to save money, books to read, and much more
- Covers a wide variety of personal finance topics
Our Favorite Posts
- How Much Will My Lifestyle Cost? – A questionnaire/calculator to help create money goals and a financial plan
- Knowledge Center – Pick a topic such as investing, insurance, or taxes, and find LearnVest’s must reads on each topic
Abnormal Returns
http://abnormalreturns.com/
Description
Abnormal Returns is “a wide-ranging, forecast-free investment blog” that aggregates the best investment articles from around the web.
Year Started
2006
Topics Covered
Investing, Current Events, Personal Finance
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Is updated daily and features of daily roundup of the best links from around the internet
- Features an archive of over 1,000 articles
- Editor and founder Tadas Viskanta is an author and investing expert
Our Favorite Posts
- The Book – Learn the lessons in Viskanta’s book Abnormal Returns: Winning Strategies from the Frontlines of the Investment Blogosphere
All About Finance
http://blogs.worldbank.org/allaboutfinance/
Description
The World Bank’s Director of Research, along with a team of writers, updates this blog that looks at current events in economic development around the world. The writers distill reserach publications into digestible blog posts meant to generate discussion.
Year Started
2010
Topics Covered
Banking, Current Events, Emerging Markets, Microfinance, Investing, Entrepreneurship
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Discusses world financial topics in a way that anyone can follow and understand
- Insights from around the world can be used for your business efforts
- The team of bloggers are well-respected experts in their field
Our Favorite Posts
- Entrepreneurship – An archive of posts related to entrepreneurship, including “New Ideas for Business Growth” and information on the effect of the financial crisis
- Microfinance – All posts related to microfinance, a global lending practice that is helping build developing economies
AVC
http://www.avc.com/
Description
Venture capitalist Fred Wilson writes about being a VC, discusses industry trends, and shares lessons learned from the companies he invests in and runs. His business insights and analysis of trends are useful to small business owners, entrepreneurs, and investors alike.
Year Started
2007
Topics Covered
Investing, Venture Capital, Business, Current Events
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Expert insights into trends and events in business, with a focus on technology
- The author is a successful venture capitalist, so knows a thing or two about investing, entrepreneurship, and running a business
Our Favorite Posts
- Entrepreneurship Archive – Fred Wilson’s posts discussing entrepreneurship, with many of them discussing articles written by others
- MBA Mondays – The archive of posts for MBA Mondays, AVC’s regular series of posts that take readers to school on current events
Chris Dixon’s Blog
http://cdixon.com/
Description
Chris Dixon is an entrepreneur in the tech industry and a venture capitalist. His blog discusses industry trends and new technologies.
Year Started
2008
Topics Covered
Investing, Venture Capital, Business, Current Events, Technology, Entrepreneurship
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Author is a successful entrepreneur whose insights into the industry can be valuable to fellow entrepreneurs
- Blog has an archive dating back to previous trends in the industry, so readers can see his thoughts as the industry has evolved
Our Favorite Posts
- Plans Are Nothing, But Planning is Indispensable – Read the blog author’s thoughts on why every business needs a business plan, and what a successful business plan looks like
- The Decline of the Mobile Web – The blog author comments on a trend that will surely affect many tech startups
Naked Capitalism
http://nakedcapitalism.com/
Description
The bloggers at Naked Capitalism offer “fearless commentary on finance, economics, politics, and power.” Expect opinionated but sound commentary on current events from regular contributors and guest bloggers.
Year Started
2006
Topics Covered
Current Events, News, Economics, Finance, Politics
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Regular bloggers are respected financial commentators who have made national TV appearances and had work featured in national publications
- Lengthy archives with a few thousand posts on recent events in finance
Our Favorite Posts
- Credit Cards – See all posts on credit cards, with commentary on current events in the credit industry
- Bloggers – Meet the minds behind Naked Capitalism
Planet Money
http://npr.org/blogs/money
Description
NPR’s Planet Money blog explains the economy by looking at the latest news, reports, and more. Planet Money covers most every industry and business.
Year Started
2008
Topics Covered
Current Events, News, Economics, Finance, Business, Investing
What Makes this Blog Unique
- The blog takes a casual tone to explain real money matters
- Visitors can subscribe to Planet Money’s twice-weekly podcast
- Blog helps educated readers about current events and economics in general
Our Favorite Posts
- Planet Money Podcast – Listen to the latest Planet Money podcast, or browse the archives
- How Far Your Paycheck Goes, in 356 US Cities – Find and compare the true cost of living around the United States
Pragmatic Capitalism
http://pragcap.com/
Description
Blogger Cullen Roche seeks to clarify the myths, misconceptions, and misunderstandings surrounding finance and economics. Readers can submit questions that may be answered on the blog.
Year Started
2008
Topics Covered
Economics, Finance, News
What Makes this Blog Unique
- In addition to the blog, Pragmatic Capitalism features tools, research, and other resources to help readers learn about finance and economics
- The blog has an active commenting community
- A good blog for both avid readers of finance news and people just starting to pay attention
Our Favorite Posts
- The Biggest Myths in Economics – Prompted by a reader’s tweet to the blog, the author debunks some common misconceptions about economics
- Understanding the Modern Monetary System – An informative paper about how money works today
Scholarly Financial Planner
http://www.scholarfp.blogspot.com/
Description
Blogger Ron Rhoades seeks to advance the profession of financial planning through his blog. The author comments on news and trends for the financial planning profession as well as the economy as a whole.
Year Started
2011
Topics Covered
Economics, Finance, News, Financial Planning, Capital Markets
What Makes this Blog Unique
- The blog features helpful advice for consumers, such as how to chosse a financial advisor
- This blog is useful both for consumers and for people in or interested in being in the financial planning industry
Our Favorite Posts
- How to Choose a Financial/Investment Advisor – A checklist for consumers seeking help from a financial professional
- Paths to Becoming an Excellent Financial Planner – Advice for people looking to break into the industry
Snarketing 2.0
http://snarketing2dot0.com/
Description
This blog about marketing and financial services seeks to offer solid commentary on current news in the industries while doing it with a sense of humor. Snark + marketing. Get it? Author Ron Shevlin is a senior analyst for Aite Group.
Year Started
2007
Topics Covered
Marketing, Financial Services, Economics, News, Current Events
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Snarketing 2.0 comments on how finance services market, as well as on general business and finance news
- The author’s tone is smart, sharp, and snarky
Our Favorite Posts
- The Facts About Payday Loan Borrowers – An article on the latest payday loan stats, and commentary on the practice
- This Branch Goes to Two – A funny take on banking and their marketing practices referencing the movies Animal House and This is Spinal Tap
The Big Picture
http://www.ritholtz.com/blog/
Description
Author Barry Ritzholtz looks at “the big picture” concerning Wall Street and the economy. He shares recommended articles, a quote of the day, and information on his latest books and speaking gigs.
Year Started
2003
Topics Covered
News, Economics, Finance, Investing, Money, Markets
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Ritholtz’s goal is to make the blog accessible to regular people trying to follow the latest economic news
- His posts feature lots of stats and data, with analysis of those numbers
- There are over 26,000 posts on The Big Picture
Our Favorite Posts
- Yes, Unemployment Is Worse Than Reported – A look at unemployment numbers from back at the height of the economic recession
This is Going to Be Big
http://www.thisisgoingtobebig.com/
Description
A partner at Brooklyn Bridge Venture writes about his experiences in the venture capital industry. He also comments on current trends in venture capital and in start-ups
Year Started
2004
Topics Covered
Venture Capital, News, Business, Start-Ups, Tech Industry
What Makes this Blog Unique
- The blogger gives an insider’s look at venture capital, but is a regular guy who writes in a casual tone
- The blog has a lengthy archive dating back a decade and is regularly updated
Our Favorite Posts
- What Something Isn’t Worth – The blogger’s musings on valuations and some recent examples
- Meet With Me – Entrepreneurs with start-up ideas can meet with the blogger to pitch their idea
Wills, Trusts & Estates Prof Blog
http://lawprofessors.typepad.com/trusts_estates_prof/
Description
The blog is by Prof. Gerry Beyer, a Texas Tech law school professor. He comments on the latest news stories regarding estate planning.
Year Started
2005
Topics Covered
Law, Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Estates
What Makes this Blog Unique
- The blog is an accessible entry into the field of estate planning
- Shares journal articles and other recommended articles on estate planning
Our Favorite Posts
- Resources – Find everything from teaching materials to graduate programs in estate planning to a list of recommended blogs
Ventured & Gained
http://www.bloomberg.com/markets/watchlist/
Description
Ventured & Gained is the personal finance blog from Bloomberg, one of the leading finance news websites in the world. Posts discuss current events and issues for investors.
Year Started
2013
Topics Covered
Investing, Business, Finance, Economics
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Bloggers are Bloomberg-approved experts and journalists
- In addition to written posts, bloggers also make videos
Our Favorite Posts
- The Nasty, Brutish Life of the Modern Mutual Fund Manager – Learn more about a difficult profession, and how it affects your investments
- How to Get Rich Just by Moving – This post discusses the variations in the cost of living in cities around the United States
Money Saving Mom
moneysavingmom.com
Description
Crystal Paine, mother of three, blogs about money saving strategies. She writes about recipes, couponing, bargain shopping, and other strategies for living on a budget.
Year Started
2008
Topics Covered
Budgeting, Saving, Coupons, Frugal Living
What Makes this Blog Unique
- This blog gives practical advice on managing money, including how to create and stick to a budget
- There are also everyday living tips on how to live a more frugal life
Our Favorite Posts
- Free Printable Cash Budgeting Envelopes – Use these templates to start budgeting with the envelope method
- How Do We Cut Our Budget When There’s Nothing Left to Cut? – Advice on how to save when it seems impossible to do so
Young Adult Money
http://www.youngadultmoney.com/
Description
Learn how to save money, increase your income, handle debt, and find the right career. Thismoney blog focuses on those just setting out on their own.
Year Started
2012
Topics Covered
Budgeting, Saving, Personal Finance, Careers, Credit Cards
What Makes this Blog Unique
- This blog is equally dedicated to tips on saving money as it is on making money
- The blog also has some useful calculators and other tools for investing and saving
Our Favorite Posts
- Stock Analysis Tool – Use this tool to compare stocks before you buy
- How to Prepare for a Garage Sale – This checklist will help you get ready to earn a little extra income and get rid of unwanted stuff
Create My Independence
http://www.createmyindependence.com/
Description
Blogger Kraig got himself out of debt and started saving money. He shares how he did it, and gets his readers excited about doing so themselves. He also creates a podcast.
Year Started
2011
Topics Covered
Personal Finance, Saving, Investing
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Teaches readers how to live below their means to save for the long-run
- Is geared toward post-grads, but features helpful advice for anybody trying to live on a budget
Our Favorite Posts
- 10 Personal Finance Tips for Young Adults – Sound advice for anyone trying to build wealth at any life stage
- How to Save $50,000 in Two Years After Getting Out of Debt – How to save serious money after getting out of debt
Thousandaire
thousandaire.com
Description
Blogger Kevin teaches readers how to be thousandaires today so they can work toward being millionaires in the long run. Features advice on budgeting, cutting expenses, and staying true to your financial goals.
Year Started
2012
Topics Covered
Personal Finance, Frugal Living, Saving, Budgeting
What Makes this Blog Unique
- The blog helps readers set reasonable goals and expectations, and then helps them stick with to their goals with motivating posts and easy to use advice
- Kevin responds to current events with his own take on things
Our Favorite Posts
- Personal Budget Spreadsheet – Use the blogger’s recommended spreadsheet to track your budget
- How to Save Money When Moving – Try these tips to keep your moving expenses within your budget
The Debt Movement
debtmovement.com
Description
The Debt Squad coaches readers to get a handle on their debts and start paying them down. The blog emphasize their movement to create a supportive and active community on the blog forums.
Year Started
Topics Covered
Debt, Debt Reduction, Frugal Living, Saving, Investing
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Reader spotlights share real life success stories
- Find tips on different kinds of debt, including auto and student loans
Our Favorite Posts
- How to Slay the Debt Monster – The story of how a couple conquered their debt
- Four Strategies to Avoid Family Debt – Basic tips for staying out of debt
Financial Samurai
financialsamurai.com
Description
The Financial Samurai helps readers slice through money’s mysteries. The blog discusses all things money and personal finance related.
Year Started
2009
Topics Covered
Personal Finance, Money, Investing, Wealth Management
What Makes this Blog Unique
- The blog is written with good humor and in a conversational tone
- Features straightforward advice on everything from investing to budgeting
Our Favorite Posts
- Different Investment Strategies for Different Life Stages – See how the Financial Samurai suggests you invest at your stage of life
- Achieving Financial Freedom One Income Slice At A Time – This post breaks down how to decide what you need to create your “freedom portfolio”
Afford Anything
affordanything.com
Description
Blogger Paula Pant doesn’t pinch pennies. Instead, she suggests growing wealth to spend on what she finds valuable. Besides frugal living tips, Pant helps motivate readers to use their savings to pursue their life’s dreams.
Year Started
2011
Topics Covered
Personal Finance, Saving, Budgeting, Investing, Frugal Living
What Makes this Blog Unique
- The blogger’s message is inspiring and motivating
- Her tips are great for anyone trying to save, even if it isn’t for travel or to quit your day job (like she advocates)
Our Favorite Posts
- How the Anti-Budget Can Save Your Wallet – Learn what the blogger thinks is the easiest and best way to save
- How to Become a Rebel With a Retirement Plan – Live life your way while still planning for your financial future
The Dough Roller
doughroller.net
Description
This personal finance blog helps readers get the most out of their money. The Dough Roller features tips, resources, and news.
Year Started
2007
Topics Covered
Personal Finance, Saving, Money, Budgeting, Credit Cards
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Blogger Rob Berger offers practical advice on common money matters. He also updates a regular podcast
- The blog also highlights deals on credit cards, savings accounts, and more
Our Favorite Posts
- 55 Painless Money Saving Tips – A comprehensive list of ways to stretch your money
- 23 Powerful Tips and Tools to Eliminate Debt – Follow these steps to get out of debt
Credit Karma
blog.creditkarma.com
Description
The blog posts are Credit Karma are meant to give readers “solid, smart, and do-able information” to contribute to a health financial life. The emphasis is on credit and improving your credit score.
Year Started
2008
Topics Covered
Credit, Debt, Credit Reports, Credit Scores, News
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Infographics on many credit topics for visual answers to common credit questions
- The articles cover a comprehensive array of credit and debt topics
Our Favorite Posts
- Credit Myths Debunked – This infographic tells the true story of many common credit myths
- Debt vs. Credit: When to Charge It – This post explores a frequent choice consumers have to make
Savings Lifestyle
savingslifestyle.com
Description
The bloggers at Savings Lifestyle help readers cut back on expenses. Some coupons and deals are the site, but they also share savings strategies around the house and elsewhere. This blog is geared towards moms with families.
Year Started
2008
Topics Covered
Saving, Coupons, Personal Finance, Budgeting, Frugal Living
What Makes this Blog Unique
- The site has advice to help families think through their spending habits and create budgets
- In addition to financial advice, there are recipes, DIY crafts, and other activities that are cheap and may even help save money
Our Favorite Posts
- Challenge Your Process on Goals and Spending – Think differently to create smart goals and a feasible financial plan
- Evaluating Finances – The author talks about her experience of evaluating her finances, and gives advice on how readers can too
The Penny Hoarder
thepennyhoarder.com
Description
To hoard pennies, you’ve got to earn some. The Penny Hoarder shares tips on “weird and wacky ways” to make extra money. Really, they’re not all that weird – they’re pretty reasonable and useful tips.
Year Started
2010
Topics Covered
Earning Money, Saving, Frugal Living
What Makes this Blog Unique
- This blog features advice on how to earn side income. There are many ideas presented
- In addition, there are posts on investing, coupon clipping, and other ways to cut expenses
Our Favorite Posts
- How Do I Start Investing With Only $100? – See the blog’s advice on how to invest what you can
- How a Retail Worker Saved $15,000 In 10 Months – Learn how to get big savings with a little income and a tight budget
Man Vs. Debt
manvsdebt.com
Description
This blog tells one man’s story of getting out of debt by selling his junk and making eliminating debt a priority. The blog emphasizes saving and downsizing to help readers do more of what they love.
Year Started
2009
Topics Covered
Debt, Debt Reduction, Frugal Living, Saving, Investing
What Makes this Blog Unique
- The blog has a friendly and active community of commenters
- Offers a lot of advice on how to sell your belongings on eBay, Craigslist, and other mediums to make an extra income and live a better life
Our Favorite Posts
- 24 Quick Actions You Can Do Today That Can Change Your Financial Life Forever – Tactics to manage your credit, clean up your clutter, and get a hold of your finances
- 42 Ways to Radically Simplify Your Financial Life – Simplify your finances to make them easier to manage and stay on top of
Investor Junkie
investorjunkie.com
Description
Investor Junkie discusses stocks but also different types of alternative investments. It is geared toward beginners and provides a broad overview of investing, what to invest in, and strategies for doing it.
Year Started
2010
Topics Covered
Investing, Saving, Markets, Alternative Investments
What Makes this Blog Unique
- Contains great advice and resources for beginning investors
- Interesting content to keep intermediate investors interested
Our Favorite Posts
- How to Get Started Investing – Follow their steps to become an Investor Junkie yourself
- Best Investment Tools – See the financial services this blog recommends