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When I decided to commit to this debt-free journey, I turned to Instagram for inspiration!
Since starting this debt-free journey, I wanted to follow people who could teach me how to get out of debt, pick up side-hustles, invest and most importantly how to change your money mindset!
In this post, I will feature a roundup of 8 personal finance bloggers you need to follow right now! These women know what it’s like to live paycheck to paycheck, deal with unexpected layoffs and be swamped with student loan and consumer debt.
This group of ladies has faced financial hardships head-on, however, they decided to do something about it. The days of being broke, being in debt and having no money are gone.
Check out this epic list of 8 personal finance bloggers who have defied all odds and are now teaching millennials how to make money, invest money and take control of their financial future.
Shatoria | CoinCountinMama.com
Hi! My name is Shatoria and I created the blog CoinCountinMama. When compared to this group of women, you can say that I’m the new kid on the block!
I’m a millennial mama with six-figure student loan debt (eeeeeeekkkkkkk!!!!). Although I have not paid off my all of my debt, I’m actively working towards it!
After having my son in 2017 and being sick and tired of being broke, I decided that I am ready to become debt-free.
CoinCountinMama launched in August 2018. I’m using this platform to document my debt repayment journey and to document my experiences along the way. By holding myself accountable, I hope to inspire my readers to do the same.
Since starting this journey in May 2018, I have paid off 4 credit cards = $5000.00!
Follow me as I share useful tips and tricks about budgeting, money management and advice to keep you out of debt.
You connect with me on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest.
Stephanie | FinancesOnPoint.com
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Meet Stephanie Davis. A Financial Educator and Real Estate Investor. She is the content creator of Finances On Point.
Finances On Point is a great resource for individuals looking to learn about money and wealth creation. She is using her blog as a financial education platform to teach individuals how to gain confidence in managing their finances. Through education, her mission is to empower millennials to take control of their finances by building wealth one dollar at a time.
Like many of the bloggers featured in this post, is debt-free! Stephanie has paid off $40k in debt in 18 months!
Although she has made several money mistakes in her past, she learned how to overcome them. Stephanie is determined to help others to avoid financial challenges and accelerate their financial success. Financial independence is important and possible, all you need is the right strategy.
Connect with Stephanie on Instagram
Dyana | MoneyBossMama.com
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Dyana King is a break-the-rules type of mom. She’s hell-bent on showing you that your “place” is exactly where you envision yourself.
She went from struggling to afford her daughters $50 monthly daycare fee to paying off her $13,283 debt in only 18 months.
This mama on a mission to empower women to fall in love with money, do the work that strums your heartstrings, and be your own definition of success.
When I asked her about the inspiration behind her blog, she stated:
I want women, especially mothers, to know that their place is not just in a kitchen. Their “place” is exactly where they envision themselves. Whether that vision is a successful business owner or just a money savvy mom, I want to be someone in their corner rooting for them. I know what it feels like to completely lose your individuality to motherhood, and I also know what it feels like to get it back and go after everything people told you that you couldn’t/shouldn’t. I want to empower other mothers to do the same.
Money. Boss. Mama represents the millennial mom who is unapologetically calling the shots in her life. She is redefining what it means to be a woman, a mother, and an overall individual. If something seems out of her reach, she’ll just grab a stool.
Follow Dyana on Instagram and Pinterest.
Fo | Girl Talk with Fo
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Fo Alexander is the content creator of the blog Girl Talk With Fo and the Girl Talk with Fo Podcast.
Her mission is to help women get out of debt, build their bank, and create the life that they want. On her blog, she discusses faith, finance and personal development.
One day she decided to take matters into her own hands and she taught herself how to become debt-free! She paid off $78k in student debt in three years!!!
The Girl Talk with Fo Podcast was one of the very first podcasts I started listening to! If you aren’t listening to this podcast, I suggest you run over to her blog and start! Her weekly podcasts cover a vast array of topics ranging from Lessons of Adulthood to Salary Negotiations! I’ve listened to several episodes and all of them are my favorite. If you have not subscribed, SUBSCRIBE today. Share it with friends and family or whomever you feel could benefit from her podcast.
If you’re ready to get out of debt, sign up for the #DumpYourDebt challenge. This is a free 5-day email challenge that will give you the tools necessary to start getting out of debt.
To learn more about Fo, connect with her on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter
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Valencia Morton – MillionairessMama
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Meet Valencia Morton. She is a Wealth Strategist, Author and Speaker.
FYI – I learned about Valencia while listening to the Girl Talk With Fo podcast.
This mama is the epitome of the ultimate side hustler! Not long after her divorce, she made ends meet with side-hustles. In 3 years, she paid off $43,000 in debt without a full-time job and is now DEBT-FREE!
She encourages her readers to kill their debt and give life to the wealth by changing their money mindset. In order to do this, you must identify those who can help you accomplish your goals and help you reach new heights in your life. She wants to see everyone WIN especially when it comes to your finances.
She started her blog MillionariessMama in 2018 and she has been featured in the Huffington Post.
You can find Valencia giving out LOADS of free information on Instagram Live. She also provides one-on-one coaching to help you develop a plan to live your best life!
Valencia has written an ebook called The Ultimate Side Hustle, you can purchase it here. In her book, she shares with you the 11 side hustles she used to become debt-free.
To learn more about Valencia, connect with her on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook.
Jackie | Sugar&Money.com
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Jackie Jones is Mom, Wife, and lover of sugar and a personal finance enthusiast! She knows that the way to your heart is through your stomach. Her conversations consist of sweet treats and financial deets!
Her blog, Sugar and Money launched in 2018.
A few years ago, Jackie made decisions that resulted in six-figure debt! Rather than sit around and more debt on top of debt, she has paid off $60,000 of her debt. Her blog follows her journey as she is currently documenting her approach to pay off the remaining $40,000.
I like her story because as she mentions that as she pays off her debt, she is still contributing to her company’s 401k.
In order to combat her debt, she created a plan, stuck with to it and has a strong support system around her!
Follow Jackie on Instagram and Facebook.
Dafina | DollarsandSense.com
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Dafina Sharpe is a successful lawyer, entrepreneur and personal finance blogger! Her story is very unique. Dafina has faced many adversities throughout her life. In spite of it all, she is a fighter!
On her blog Dollars Plus Sense, she discusses adversities did not stop her from accomplishing her goals. She went from being hospitalized in the ICU to becoming a successful lawyer and entrepreneur. She started the blog to chronicle her journey to financial freedom.
Financial challenges didn’t stand in her way. With hard work and determination, Defina saved $300,000 in 4 years. She purchased a house and established an emergency fund.
She was able to accomplish this by taking on a second job to earn additional money. In addition to taking on a second job, she invested her money, purchased rental property and worked very hard day to continue to increase the value of her portfolio.
Determined to eliminate debt, Dafina sold her brand new, paid off BMW to reduce her transportation expense!!!!
Her goal is to help people outside of her immediate circle with their finances with the hopes that they’ll become financially free.
Dafina did not let obstacles get in her way. She knew what her end goal was and she did whatever it took to accomplish her goal.
Follow Dafina on Instagram and Facebook.
Raya | CityGirlSavings.com
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Raya Reaves is on a mission to empower women through better budgeting processes, money mindset shifts, debt help, and true spending accountability.
City Girl Savings provides educational articles, personalized budget plans, financial coaching and more. You can enjoy life and manage your money at the same time!
The primary goal of City Girl Savings is teaching women to reach financial success, one budget at a time. City Girl Savings strives to be that resource for women of any walk of life to come and learn how to budget, manage money better, network with like-minded people, and get inspired to live a life of happiness and positivity!
Raya provides budgeting services for women, in the form of financial coaching, online courses, kits and guides, and personalized budget worksheets.
Follow Raya by connecting with her on Instagram.
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That’s it! This is a phenomenal group of women, right? Follow these 8 Personal Bloggers on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter.
If you have any questions for the ladies, feel free to contact them directly on their blogs or on their social media platforms.