Blogging is considered such a hobby, but as times moves by, it starts becoming an avocation. You should also consider the fact that blogging might involve a few initial expenses. One of the primary mistakes that bloggers do is to stick with the domain, when they start. Most people go with blogspot and wordpress. I agree that both domains offer excellent features, but you can get even more features from having your own domain running wordpress software.
Not just branding, here is a complete list of why you should have your own domain.
1. It is shorter and easier to spell
2. You can have your own email
3. Google sees your website better when you have a own domain, instead of a sub domain.
4. Control over files, sitemaps etc.
5. Modification of design and CMS. Although you are allowed to change themes, writing your own content is quite special.
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