A blog (contraction of the term ‘web log’) is a type of website usually maintained by an individual with frequent entries (blog posts) of commentary, descriptions of events, or other material such as graphics or video, that allows readers to leave comments in an interactive format.
I have found that the easiest way to read blogs is via services called ‘RSS (Really Simple Syndication) Feed Readers‘ which are basically ‘news feeds’ that you subscribe to. There are a variety of RSS feed readers, however a good place to start is with a couple of free and easy to use web based ones such as Google Reader and Bloglines. Both have comprehensive help sections to get you up and running. The best way to learn how to use either one is to simply subscribe to some blogs and give it a go. 1. Get Rich Slowly SPECIAL BONUS…..and especially for the ladies
To subscribe to a blog’s feed simply click on this button (typically an orange box like the one shown here) on the blogsite, following the instructions to subscribe using the RSS feed reader of your choice.
But, if all of this RSS feed reader stuff is sounding too complicated, many blog sites also enable you to subscribe via plain old email. There is typically a subscription box to sign up for notification of blog updates.
There are literally hundreds of financially focused blogs authored by everyone from financial professionals to coupon-clipping moms to individuals sharing the intimate details of their journey to pay off debt. Below is a list of my top ten favorite financial blogs, in no particular order:
2. The Simple Dollar
3. Budgets are Sexy
4. Bargaineering
5. Consumerism Commentary
6. Money Smart Life
7. Fiscal Fizzle
8. My Money Blog
9. Wise Bread
10. Financially Smitten So, yes, a shameless plug here for my blog! I update it frequently, and provide info not included in the newsletter. I encourage you to subscribe!
Although not technically blogs, I adore these three sites geared specifically to women that provide a bite-size daily dose of financial wisdom right to your email inbox. You can easily subscribe on their home pages:
And, just so you know, I’m not all m0ney, all the time! I also love to browse the eye candy of numerous design blogs. If you want to replicate the yin-yang-ness of my Google reader, I’d love to share a list of my design blog favs with you as well. Shoot me an email if you’re interested.
Are there any financially focused blogs you love? If so, please join the conversation and share them in the comments section below.
- If you don’t already have a blog reader, set one up for yourself.
- Spend some time on the blogs I’ve listed above and subscribe to those that interest you.
- Commit some time each week to reading the updated feeds your blog roll (a.k.a. a list of blogs subscribed to/read regularly).
- Extra Credit: Visit my personal blog roll on the Financially Smitten website for some more financial blog suggestions.
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Great list. I also write a personal finance blog and I have a lot of fun with it and learn a lot along the way, so I’d say read me.
Corrin, Just checked out your blog and love it…including the name! Thanks for sharing this.
Why hello hello! Oddly enough I was *just* forwarded a post from your site (from the beautiful Jenny Blake) and then I come across my own name
THANK YOU! A great mix of fabulous blogs up there. Looking forward to poking around and learning more about ya.
J, Thanks for the comment and the site visit. Adore your blog and love being able to support it here! You’re top ten, sexy!
Nice list, good resources
Hi L. Maire, Thanks for commenting and introducing me to your blog as well!
I’m honored; thanks so much for the mention among such great company (yourself included, of course!).
Hey Lora, nice list! There really are tons of great personal finance blogs; some of the other ones with some good stuff are ManVsDebt.com, FrugalDad.com, and WealthPilgrim.com.
Wojciech, Thanks for visiting!
Ben, thanks so much for the other suggestions!