While the internet can be a great resource for investors, sometimes it is difficult to find good, credible sources that can actually help you. Below, we highlight 25 financial advisors’ blogs that provide insight into a wide array of topics, such as personal finance, investing, and market analysis.
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Your Smart Money Moves | 22,399 | 19,239 | |
Your Smart Money MovesThis blog is run by Ted Jenkin, the co-CEO and Founder of oXYGen Financial. Like his company, Ted’s blog focuses on providing personal finance advice to the X and Y Generation. Recent Feed Items: |
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Wealth Pilgrim | 4,224 | 922 | |
Wealth PilgrimWealth Pilgrim is a popular blog that focuses on personal finance topics, including investment ideas for individuals, retirement planning, and an inside look at the financial advisor industry. The blog is run by Neal Frankle, a Certified Financial Planner® and a Registered Investment Advisor. Recent Feed Items: |
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The Research Puzzle | 7,164 | ||
The Research PuzzleFocusing on the “puzzles” of the finance world, Tom Brakke’s The Research Puzzle blog is an investor and advisor favorite. Brakke, CFA, is a consultant, writer, and investment advisor, specializing in helping investment firms and institutional investors with decision making processes and organizational strategy regarding investment policy. |
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The Reformed Broker | 100,750 | ||
The Reformed BrokerJoshua M. Brown’s The Reformed Broker is one of the most widely followed blogs in the financial space. Brown covers a number of topics on his blog including, markets, politics, economics, media, culture and finance. The blog is also well known for its use of satire, anecdotes, pop culture references, and a healthy dose of sarcasm. Brown is a New York City-based financial advisor and Chief Executive Officer at Ritholtz Wealth Management. |
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The Chicago Financial Planner | 8,558 | ||
The Chicago Financial PlannerThe Chicago Financial Planner blog features articles on almost every personal finance topic, including 401(k), financial planning, investing, IRAs, retirement, annuities, estate planning, and asset protection. The blog is run by Roger Wohlner, a fee-only financial advisor. Recent Feed Items: |
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The Big Picture | 65,161 | ||
The Big PictureBarry Ritholtz has been observing capital markets with a critical eye for over 20 years, offering up advice on The Big Picture blog he maintains. In his blog, Barry provides a combination of macroeconomic insights and links to other articles that might be of interest to investors. Barry is the founder and chief investment officer of Ritholtz Wealth Management, a financial planning and asset management firm. Recent Feed Items: |
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The Aleph Blog | 10,810 | ||
The Aleph BlogThe Aleph Blog is run by David J. Merkel, CFA and focuses on teaching investors how to manage and control risk. Merkel’s post on the Eight Rules of Investing should be one of the first things you read on the blog. Merkel is also the founder of Aleph Investments, which manages stock and bond assets for upper middle-class individuals and small institutions. Recent Feed Items: |
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Sizemore Insights | 1,766 | 9 | |
Sizemore InsightsOne of the most active and influential investment minds on the Web, Charles Sizemore’s blog is a must read for all investors. Charles gives insightful commentary on everything from individual stocks and ETFs to broader macro topics. Charles is the Chief Investment Officer of Sizemore Capital Management LLC, a registered investment advisor based in Dallas, Texas. Recent Feed Items: |
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Rick Ferri | 7,084 | 1,263 | |
Rick FerriRick Ferri is the author of six investment books and a leading expert on low-cost index mutual fund and exchange-traded fund investing. In his blog, Ferri provides a unique blend of market insights and commentary regarding low-cost investing strategies. Ferri is the founder of PortfolioSolutions, an investment management firm that provides low-cost, low-fee solutions. |
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Retirement Researcher Blog | 2,154 | ||
Retirement Researcher BlogThough not a financial advisor himself, Wade D. Pfau is one of the most well-respected names in the industry. His blog focuses on retirement income planning, specifically on dissecting the literature on retirement planning. Pfau, Ph.D., CFA, is a Professor of Retirement Income in the Ph.D. program for Financial and Retirement Planning at The American College in Bryn Mawr, PA. |
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Pragmatic Capitalism | 20,908 | ||
Pragmatic CapitalismPragmatic Capitalism was founded by Cullen Roche in the midst of the financial crisis of 2008. In his blog, Roche provides his insights and expertise on a wide array of financial topics. The site also features an education and tools & resources section. Cullen Roche is also the founder of Orcam Financial Group, LLC a financial services firm offering fee-only financial advisory services. |
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Peridot Capital Management | 192 | ||
Peridot Capital ManagementPeridot Capital Management is an independent registered investment advisory (RIA) firm based in Seattle, specializing in customized portfolio management services for every type of individual investor. Its blog is run by Chad Brand, the founder and president of the company, and features in-depth analysis about individual companies. Recent Feed Items: |
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Of Independent Means | 8,353 | 1,528 | |
Of Independent MeansThis blog from Curtis Financial Planning focuses on wealth management tailored for “savvy women and their families.” Cathy Curtis runs the blog, as well as the company, which is a fee-only independent investment advisory and financial planning firm located in Oakland, California. Recent Feed Items: |
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Nerd's Eye View | 20,614 | 560 | |
Nerd's Eye ViewMichael Kitces is a Certified Financial Planner and dedicated lifelong blogger with a keen interest in financial planning as it relates to individuals. In his blog, Kitces provides perspectives on the financial planning world, which is targeted towards both financial advisors and individual investors. Recent Feed Items: |
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Mebane Faber | 16,266 | ||
Mebane FaberMebane Faber is by far one of the brightest minds in finance, making his blog a worthwhile read for all investors. Mebane, CAIA, CMT, is a portfolio manager at Cambria Investment Management, where he manages equity and global tactical asset allocation portfolios. Given his expertise, Mebane’s blog primarily focuses on global investment strategies. |
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Hull Financial Planning | 2,305 | ||
Hull Financial PlanningThis blog is run by Jason Hull, founder of Hull Financial Planning, which is a Fort Worth, Texas based hourly, fee-only financial planning firm. The blog focuses on a broad range of personal finance issues, including retirement, insurance, and real estate. Recent Feed Items: |
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HORAN Capital Advisors | 347 | ||
HORAN Capital AdvisorsThe Blog of Horan Capital Advisors features analysis and commentary from David Templeton, CFA, Mark Bennett, CFA, Nick Reilly, Matt Antenucci, and Dale Wiethe. HORAN Capital Advisors has been in existence for over 65 years and is one of the largest privately held financial services and insurance organizations. Recent Feed Items: |
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Good Financial Cents | 12,340 | 6,803 | |
Good Financial CentsJeff Rose’s Good Financial Cents blog focuses primarily on personal finance, aiming to help individuals save, plan, and budget for retirement. Jeff is a Certified Financial Planner and is the CEO and Founder of Alliance Wealth Management, an independent financial planning firm based in Southern Illinois. Recent Feed Items: |
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Gen Y Planning | 3,531 | ||
Gen Y PlanningLike the name suggests, Gen Y Planning’s blog focuses on providing investing and personal finance advice to people in their 20s and 30s. The blog is run by Sophia Bera, a fee-only CFP that has been in the financial planning industry since 2007. Recent Feed Items: |
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FPPad | 12,519 | ||
FPPadThe FPPad Blog focuses on providing news, insight, and thought leadership on financial planning technology. It is run by Bill Winterberg, a certified financial planner with past experience as a Registered Representative, Registered Investment Adviser, and an Operations Manager. Recent Feed Items: |
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Dragonfly Capital | 20,233 | ||
Dragonfly CapitalGreg Harmon is one of the most popular traders on StockTwits and Twitter, and his blog Dragonfly Capital also has a sizable following. In his blog, Greg shares his trade ideas, charts, and blog posts, filled with analysis and actionable ideas. Harmon is a CMT, CFA, and founder and president of Dragonfly Capital Management. |
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Avondale Asset Management | 2,266 | ||
Avondale Asset ManagementAvondale Asset Management’s blog features in-depth analysis and commentary on a wide array of topics including market trends, the economy, and individual stock analysis. The blog is managed by Scott Krisiloff, CFA and Chief Investment Officer of Avondale Asset Management, a Los Angeles based investment firm, which manages investment accounts for individuals and institutions. |
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Advisor Perspectives | 8,687 | 391 | 362 |
Advisor PerspectivesAdvisor Perspectives is one of the most popular publishers in the financial space. Its site features daily and weekly commentary and in-depth analysis from top Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs), wealth managers, and financial advisors. Recent Feed Items: |
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Above the Market | 10,650 | ||
Above the MarketAbove the Market is run by Robert P. Seawright, the Chief Investment & Information Officer for Madison Avenue Securities, a boutique broker-dealer and investment advisory firm headquartered in San Diego, California. The blog’s “Best of” section is a great place to start since it features the top ten posts. |
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A Dash of Insight | 2,391 | ||
A Dash of InsightA Dash of Insight is run by former college professor Jeffrey A. Miller and is filled with in-depth analysis on the current market environment as well as broader macroeconomic issues. Miller is also the President and Portfolio Manager of NewArc Investments, Inc, which aims to bring institutional quality research to the individual investor. Recent Feed Items: |
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