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Jason Butler

I run My Money Chronicles, a website that discusses personal finance, side hustles, and travel.

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The Monthly Hustle: February Recap

The Monthly Hustle March is going kind of fast. I figured I should hurry up and work on this month's update before it's April. February was a better month than January. Website traffic picked up, and side hustle/business income also grew. Here's how things went. Side Hustles: Amazon KDP: No new books were released. You can check out my older books here. Second Website & Facebook Page: I added a few articles to the site. We also added content to the Facebook page. I'm considering using ads to...

The Super Bowl is this Sunday, and while the game itself is the main event, it’s also a huge opportunity to make some extra cash. If you live in New Orleans or plan on visiting this week, pay extra attention to this email. I put together an article with 17 ways to make money during Super Bowl week, covering everything from selling merch to rideshare driving and renting out extra space. If you’re looking to capitalize on the big game, be sure to check it out! Since this year’s Super Bowl is in...

Happy New Year, everyone. I hope 2025 is starting off well for you. I have some big things happening this year. Before I focus on 2025, I want to discuss 2024 one last time. 2024 was a pretty good year for me. It was one of the best years ever for My Money Chronicles, with almost 200,000 page views. I'm looking forward to 2025, which will be even better. Please tell your family and friends about My Money Chronicles and encourage them to subscribe to this newsletter today. Side Hustles Amazon...

Last month, I asked in my Facebook Group and Instagram story if people would be interested in hearing updates on the different side hustles and businesses I am doing. Everyone responded with a resounding yes. So, here's the new version of my monthly newsletter. I'll share what I'm working on, how it's going, and potential future ideas, as well as my usual articles you may have missed. Before I get to my current side hustles, let me get to the subject line of this email. I lost an income...

I just wrapped up one of my most exciting blog posts of 2024! This summer, I took an unforgettable cross-country journey on Amtrak, traveling from Seattle to Boston. From exploring landmarks like Pike Place Market to enjoying the views from my the train, I’ve shared all the details and highlights. Whether you're dreaming of your own train adventure or just curious about the experience, check it out here: Cross-Country Journey on Amtrak. I’d love to hear your thoughts! Where would you go on...

Happy May, everyone! This month marks the culmination of academic journeys for many. High school and college graduations fill the air with excitement and pride as students enter the next phase of their lives. It's a time of reflection, celebration, and anticipation for the adventures ahead. To all the graduates, we extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for success in all their future endeavors. Check out this gift guide below. 20 Practical and Thoughtful Graduation Gifts For...

You have one more chance to take charge of your finances by participating in our 30-Day Debt Smash Challenge! From April 1st to April 30th, resolve to pay off a debt of $500 or more. To increase your income, consider taking up side projects, additional shifts, gigs, and other opportunities. Whether you're freelancing, driving for a ride-sharing service, or taking on additional work, every extra dollar counts towards your financial freedom. Plus, as a bonus incentive, four participants will be...

Welcome to the latest edition of the My Money Chronicles newsletter, where we're embracing the brighter days and warmer weather that come with the arrival of daylight savings time. I love daylight savings time. As the sun graces us with its presence for more extended hours each day, it's the perfect opportunity to take stock of our financial goals and aspirations. Just as nature blooms and flourishes during this season of renewal, so too can our finances blossom with careful planning and...

Thank you for participating in our recent giveaway! We hope you enjoyed the excitement as much as we did. The giveaway has now come to an end, and we've sent out the prize to our lucky winner. If you didn't win this time, don't worry! We've got something special for you too. We understand everyone loves freebies, so we've compiled a list of articles featuring information on where to find free items. Whether it's samples, trials, or exclusive deals, these articles have you covered: How to Get...

Act quickly! Time is running out, with just over six days remaining in our exciting $350 Amazon Gift Card giveaway. Take advantage of this opportunity to win big and treat yourself to an incredible shopping spree on Amazon! To participate, simply click the image below. Hurry, seize the chance to be one of our lucky winners before the giveaway ends! It's also the holiday season. Here are some articles that should help you when looking for Christmas gifts. 12 Distinctive Places for Your...