Jeff Proctor

Jeff graduated from Virginia Tech in 2013 with a B.S. in Biochemistry, but he’s always been a bit of a money-nerd.

After working one on one with clients for nearly three years in private wealth management, Jeff launched DollarSprout with his business partner and long time friend, Ben Huber.

A few entrepreneurial stumbles and lots of lessons learned along the way, he and Ben have created one of the fastest growing personal finance blogs on the internet.

Jeff has been quoted as a personal finance expert in several online publications, including:

To date, DollarSprout has helped over a million readers get a better handle on their finances. All of the content on DollarSprout is crafted with the intent to help readers worry less about money and make smarter financial choices — an important mission to Ben and Jeff.

Outside of work, Jeff is an avid golfer (read: avid, not good), and he enjoys spending time with his girlfriend, Paige, and his dog, Annie.

To learn more, connect with Jeff on LinkedIn.

How One Recent Grad Started a $2,000 a Month Shopify Side Gig

Sheershak Agarwal is not your average entrepreneur. An immigrant with a dream and a degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Washington, Sheershak wasn’t satisfied with the status quo of being a software engineer at Qualcomm. He wanted a challenge outside of work. His Shopify side hustle, IVORY & EBONY, offers water-repellent…

Jeff Proctor 12 Mar

IRS Releases New Tax-Filing Guidance for Gig Workers

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The gig economy — think driving for Uber, freelancing as a graphic designer, or fixing sinks as a handyman — has turned many of us into our own bosses. This freedom is great, but it comes with a twist: taxes. Luckily, the IRS recently released new guidance aimed to make tax time…

Jeff Proctor 07 Mar

DoorDash Takes the Big Game Experience to New Heights with a Unique Giveaway

As the Big Game approaches, bringing with it the spectacle of highly anticipated commercials, DoorDash has announced a giveaway that’s capturing attention far beyond its usual customer base. In what’s being billed as the most expansive Big Game giveaway yet, the local commerce giant is offering fans a chance to win items from every commercial…

Jeff Proctor 09 Feb

Get Paid $1,000 to Binge Your Way Through House Hunters

If binge-watching House Hunters has always been your guilty pleasure, here’s your opportunity to transform it into a rewarding venture, with $1,000 on the line for your insights and dedication. DIY Gear Reviews is conducting a study on home affordability, leveraging the HGTV show House Hunters as a data source. The study requires an individual…

Jeff Proctor 07 Feb

Robinhood Review 2024: Pros, Cons, Fees & How It Works

Robinhood has become the go-to investing app for the younger generation in recent years, largely due to its free trades and snazzy user interface. The app has gained widespread popularity, but it has also faced significant criticism from the media. The main concern is that the app “gamifies” investing, subtly prompting users to trade more…

Jeff Proctor 23 Dec

7 Perfect Gifts Under $100 for People with Type 1 Diabetes

Gift giving season is upon us. Finding the perfect gift for someone special is always a unique challenge, more so when they live with a condition like Type 1 diabetes. It’s a balancing act of thoughtfulness, practicality, and understanding their everyday needs and lifestyle. My wife, Paige, was diagnosed with Type 1 when she was…

Jeff Proctor 27 Nov

How I Built a Luxury Candle Brand on Shopify as a Total Beginner

Earlier this year I was in a creative rut.  As much as I love being able to work from anywhere and create content for DollarSprout, I felt myself yearning for a new challenge. I’m an ADHDer, which means one of my biggest weaknesses (but sometimes also a strength) is that I easily get sucked down…

Jeff Proctor 09 Nov

Acorns Review 2024: Pros, Cons, Fees & How It Works

I’ve always been skeptical of micro-investing apps. Can they really make a difference in my financial journey? With 15 years of investing experience under my belt, I’ve come to realize that I get the best results when I do the least amount of work. The less that I touch my investments, move money around, or…

Jeff Proctor 18 Oct

We Asked Over 1,000 Everyday People About AI. Here’s What They Said.

If you spend any amount of time on Twitter or keep up with technology news, you probably feel like Artificial Intelligence (AI) is coming for us like a giant tsunami wave — for better or for worse. But what do normal, everyday Americans think? It’s easy to get caught up in social media echo chambers…

Jeff Proctor 24 Apr

15 Best Cash Back Apps to Earn Rewards in 2024

Over the last few years, dozens of new cash back apps for shopping have popped up. These apps – all of which are free to use – can save you money on groceries, travel, clothes, and so much more. I’ve endlessly experimented with cash-back apps since 2015, back when DollarSprout was first launched. I don’t…

Jeff Proctor 10 Nov