How To Start A Personal Finance Blog
There are many reasons why you might want to start a personal finance blog. Maybe you want to share your financial journey with others in order to help them out, or maybe you simply want to document your own progress (and hold yourself accountable). Regardless of your motivation, starting a personal finance blog can be a great way to improve your financial situation and connect with like-minded people.
Of course, starting any kind of blog can be a bit daunting. But don’t worry we’re here to help. In this post, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about how to start a personal finance blog, from choosing a platform to writing your first post.
Pick a blogging platform
The first step in starting a personal finance blog is to choose a blogging platform. There are a few different options to choose from, but we recommend WordPress.org. WordPress is a free, open-source platform that’s easy to use and customizable. Plus, there are tons of free themes and plugins available for WordPress, which makes it easy to create a professional-looking blog.
If you decide to go with WordPress.org, you’ll need to set up hosting and install WordPress on your own server. Don’t worry this sounds a lot more complicated than it actually is. We have a step-by-step guide on how to do this, or you can use a hosting service that will do it for you (more on that later).
Choose a domain name and web hosting
Now it’s time to choose a domain name for your blog. This is the URL people will use to visit your site, so you want to make sure it’s something catchy and easy to remember. Once you’ve settled on a domain name, you’ll need to purchase it and set up web hosting.
Again, if you’re using WordPress.org, you’ll need to set up hosting yourself. We recommend using a hosting service like Bluehost, which offers a free domain name and easy WordPress installation.
If you’re not using WordPress.org, you can usually skip this step most other blogging platforms will provide hosting for you.
Install WordPress
If you’re using WordPress.org, the next step is to install WordPress on your server. Don’t worry, this is a lot easier than it sounds. We have a step-by-step guide that will walk you through the process, or you can use a hosting service that will do it for you.
Choose a theme
Once WordPress is installed, it’s time to choose a theme for your blog. A theme is basically a template that determines the look and feel of your site. There are thousands of free and premium WordPress themes available, so you should be able to find one that fits your style.
If you’re not sure where to start, we have a post that will help you choose the perfect WordPress theme for your blog.
Install plugins
Next, you’ll want to install some plugins. Plugins are like little apps for WordPress that add new features to your site. There are plugins for just about everything, from social media integration to security.
Which plugins you should install will depend on your specific needs, but we recommend starting with a few essential WordPress plugins.
Create your first post
Now you’re ready to start writing posts for your blog. This is the fun part! Just log in to your WordPress dashboard and start creating new posts.
When you’re writing a post, be sure to:
– Choose a catchy title
– Write in a clear, concise style
– Use images, infographics, and videos to break up your text
– Use helpful plugins to improve your SEO
For more tips on writing great blog posts, check out our post on how to write a blog post people will actually want to read.
Conclusion
Starting a personal finance blog is a great way to improve your financial situation and connect with like-minded people. And it’s easier than you might think. Just choose a platform, choose a domain name and web hosting, install WordPress, choose a theme, and start writing.