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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.

Money Shorts

Should You Pay Cash or Finance Your Next Vehicle?

ByGrayson Bell 05/29/202305/29/2023

There are so many words of advice about purchasing a car that I wanted to throw my hat in the ring as well. The reason I want to do this is because I have a little different view point about purchasing a car. I don’t disagree with the other view points as I think they are valid, but I just have a little twist in how I see it. As stated time and time again, finance decisions like this are personal and you have to make the best financial decision based on you.

Money Shorts | Saving Money

The One Solution to Save More Money Each Month that Actually Works

ByGrayson Bell 10/26/202212/15/2022

Saving money is an important topic talked about everywhere. We talk about it here regularly because it is a pillar of personal finance. Saving money is the backbone of financial literacy. You will often read about so many different ways to save money each month. I find X ways here, Y ways there, and everything…

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…

Education | Guides | Saving Money | Shopping | Shopping Guides

Free Back to School Supplies Guide for Every Grade

ByGrayson Bell 08/11/201904/23/2022

It’s back to school season my friends. If you have kids in school, then you know about this lovely time. The school lists are out and you need to head out to get supplies if you haven’t already. What happens if you don’t get a school list though? Do you know what school supplies you…

Fighting Debt | Investing | Making Money | Saving Money

39 of the Best Financial Tips to Start the New Year in 2024

ByGrayson Bell 01/01/201809/19/2022

The new year is here and I’m sure you’re ready to get started on your resolutions. Typically people are focusing on their weight, especially after two holidays of eating good food. I know I could lose a few pounds after this holiday break. More importantly, some are focusing their goals on their finances and I…

Making Money

13 Ways Teens Can Make Extra Cash (Besides Flipping Burgers)

ByJosh Patoka 09/18/201709/17/2017

Earning money as a teenager can be an exciting opportunity as you can work as much (or little) as you want. Since you still live at home, your teen years are an excellent opportunity to establish a micro-business that generates enough income to pay your monthly bills before you move out after graduation. Teen jobs…

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…

Saving Money

How We Saved $275 by Going to a Timeshare Presentation

ByGrayson Bell 05/23/201605/23/2016

Did you know you can actually get some cool gifts just by going to a timeshare presentation? What if I told you that my wife and I took in the sights and a presentation on a timeshare in order to save money on activities we wanted to do when traveling. It wasn’t my first choice,…

General

Wants Vs. Needs – How We Rationalize Spending

ByGrayson Bell 05/11/201501/30/2022

This age old debate is a mental and emotional struggle that everyone deals with. Some deal with it better than others, but there are some that allow it to completely consume them. Anyone that is trying to get out of debt must get a grip on this debate and find a common ground. Wants versus…

Real Estate

Are New Windows Worth the Cost?

ByGrayson Bell 02/16/201503/12/2015

As most of you know, we moved into our current home last June. We have a nice sized yard and a really nice neighborhood. What we don’t have is a house that was move in ready. Well, it was, but we wanted to change many things. It’s been months and we still have too many…

Cellular | Reviews

Straight Talk Review – Bring Your Own Phone and Save

ByGrayson Bell 08/24/201402/04/2015

I have been testing out the Straight Talk service for a little bit now, so I figured I would post a review of how it has been going. There have been many questions from readers in regards to this topic, as I am sure many have been wondering how to get away from the big carriers, AT&T and Verizon. Since I am using the Straight Talk bring your own phone program, that is what I will be reviewing. Straight Talk uses SIM cards that are compatible with either AT&T’s or T-Mobile’s network.