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I Bought a JetSki and it was the Worst Financial Decision!

ByGrayson Bell 05/31/202305/31/2023

It’s Monday and I think I am going to go a little personal today. The purpose of Debt Roundup is to show you that we are all human and we make mistakes. We also have to learn from those mistakes and grow. If we don’t, then we are going to make the same mistakes over and over again. I don’t know about you, but I don’t like to repeat failure. I only like to repeat my successes. On that note, I want to share one of my biggest money mistakes. I would say it is embarrassing, but stuff happens and I just learn how to deal with it.

Investing

What Is the Average Return of the S&P 500? Understanding the Long-Term Performance of America’s Most Popular Stock Index.

ByGrayson Bell 04/14/202304/14/2023

The S&P 500 is a stock market index that measures the performance of 500 large companies listed on stock exchanges in the United States. It is widely regarded as a benchmark for the overall performance of the U.S. stock market. Investors often use the S&P 500 as a way to gauge the health of the…

Saving Money

Cash is King Again and I’m Glad I Saved

ByGrayson Bell 10/19/202210/20/2022

It’s been a long time coming, but savers are finally being rewarded again with higher interest rates on savings accounts and CDs. Cash is King again!! While it’s no match for the 8%+ inflation rate we are dealing with, I’d rather earn 3% on my cash than be losing 25%+ on my investments. For a…

Featured | Saving Money

What is the Coinstar Fee and How to Find a Machine Near You

ByGrayson Bell 02/03/202206/02/2023

Coinstar is a popular coin counting and sorting machine that is available in many grocery stores and most Walmarts around the country. They even have a nice international presence. They provide the service of counting your unrolled coins and getting cash immediately in the matter of minutes. The current Coinstar fee is 12.5% + $0.50…

Making Money

101 Side Hustle Ideas to Make Money and Pay Off Debt in 2024

ByJosh Patoka 09/29/202109/19/2022

Making extra money is the best way to change your financial situation. The good thing is that in our current time, there are so many ways to earn extra money through the classic side hustle. Basically this is a “job” you do on the side of your main job. You can earn money with your…

Fighting Debt

How to Pay Off Debt with a Low Income and Start Saving for the Future.

ByJosh Patoka 03/12/201803/22/2018

Paying off debt is hard for anyone. It’s always on your mind until it’s gone and wiped clean. Debt hovers over you like a dark cloud just waiting to storm. Those clouds seem to be even darker when you have a low income. Without the necessary funds to pay down debt quickly, it can feel…

Featured | Guides | Saving Money | Shopping | Shopping Guides

24 Quick and Easy Tips to Save More Money on Amazon

ByGrayson Bell 11/21/201709/01/2022

No matter if you’re shopping for back to school supplies, birthday presents, Christmas gifts, or just for you, Amazon can be an awesome place to find good deals and fast shipping! I’m a huge proponent of shopping on Amazon. I’m a Prime member and I don’t mind showing my support. They make shopping online so…

Fighting Debt | Investing | Making Money | Money | Saving Money

6 Money Mistakes You Need to Avoid in Your 60s and Retirement

ByJosh Patoka 07/25/201707/25/2017

You have finally reached the light at the end of the tunnel! It’s time to retire and enjoy the fruits of your labor. As you near retirement, there is another batch of money mistakes to avoid so you can afford to remain retired. By using your experience from your working years, you should be able…

General | Making Money

Stop Making Money and Start Making Memories

ByGrayson Bell 06/26/2017

No matter where you turn, you see people telling you to do what you’re passionate about, have fun, make money, and live your dreams. All of those things are great in theory, but not everyone can earn money from something they are passionate about. That’s why we have hobbies. Luckily for me, I did find…

Saving Money | Travel

Our First Trip to Sandals Montego Bay, Jamaica (But Certainly Not Our Last)

ByGrayson Bell 02/13/201702/15/2017

Who said blogging doesn’t amount to anything? Well, I can tell you that blogging not only changed my life by allowing me to pursue a passion of mine, but also let’s you travel the world! Win-win if you ask me. My wife and I got to spend 5 days down in Jamaica for a blogging…

Money

Top 20 Money Quotes to Inspire and Motivate

ByGrayson Bell 12/26/201612/26/2016

We all talk a lot about money around here. Wealth Bytes is dedicated to it. I am a fan of money, but more of the possibilities which money provides. There is no denying that money brings opportunities. I wouldn’t be where I am today without working hard, starting this blog, and taking advantage of every opportunity presented…

Home & Family | Personal

An Open Letter to My Wife and All Moms

ByGrayson Bell 11/14/201611/13/2016

I wanted to take a moment to share something that happened over the past few weeks. I think it’s very important to hear and hopefully most agree with my stance here. Basically, this is an open letter to my wife (and all moms out there). If you don’t know me, I’m a married father of…