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3 Budget-Friendly Alternatives to Home Security Equipment

3 Budget-Friendly Alternatives to Home Security Equipment

ByGuest Author

When struggling with debt or making ends meet on a budget, it can be a bitter pill to swallow a monthly subscription fee for your home security needs. Sure, automated alarm systems can help deter home invaders and have been shown to limit the time they spend inside once they’ve broken in. But for those who want to make ends meet first (or supplement their home security measures already in place,) following simple home security tips and investing in cost-effective alternatives to traditional home security measures can save you hundreds of dollars.

A Gym Membership, an Auto-Draft, and a Lawsuit

A Gym Membership, an Auto-Draft, and a Lawsuit

ByGrayson Bell

A gym membership is a great way to get in shape, but sometimes things can go wrong. When I was in high school, I signed up with Gold’s Gym for a one year membership. I had used the gym everyday to get in shape and I was enjoying it. One day that all changed with Gold’s Gym couldn’t pull money from my account any more. After a few more months, I got a call from a lawyer representing Gold’s Gym. They were suing me. Here is the full story.

Recommendations

ByGrayson Bell

As a personal finance blogger, I have used or tested quite a few tools and resources in order to help me get to my main financial goals.  There are so many websites out there that it can be hard to choose.  I wanted to personally hand select some of the helpful money tools for you, so…

Too Focused on Money and Losing Focus on Enjoyment?

Too Focused on Money and Losing Focus on Enjoyment?

ByGrayson Bell

Ever since July 2012, I have been focusing on building my savings account, my investments, and my net worth. Everything that I do has been focused on building my wealth and getting on track for retirement. I have been so focused on making more money, saving money, and getting on track that I have forgot to focus on things that I enjoy. I have kept a sharp eye on finances and got blurry vision on my hobbies. I need to get back on track and open my eyes completely. I need to refocus my energy toward my hobbies. Are we too driven by money?

When Did Banks Stop Accepting Coin Deposits?

When Did Banks Stop Accepting Coin Deposits?

ByGrayson Bell

I have been working hard on building my emergency fund, so I figured I would finally cash in my coins. I have slowly built up my coins by just adding them into a large wine bottle (a really large bottle) over time. I didn’t pay attention to how many coins I have collected over the years, but I think the amount is getting pretty substantial. Instead of using them to purchase things I don’t need, I figured I would deposit them into my savings account. Unfortunately, this hasn’t been as easy as I thought it would be.

Thank You

ByGrayson Bell

I appreciate you subscribing! No, really I do.  I pride myself on the articles that I can provide to help anyone with debt and growing wealth.  When you take the time to subscribe to my articles here at Wealth Bytes, it shows that you like the content and want to read more.  This is how this…

My Personal Debt Beginning
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My Personal Debt Beginning

ByGrayson Bell

My personal debt story begins the same as many people’s does, with one credit card and the feeling of freedom on the horizon. I got my first credit card during my freshman year in college. I was working at the time, but didn’t earn much. I had enough to pay for gas and go out when I wanted to eat something that was not made during a creative cafeteria night. My credit card was a SonyCard, which gave me points to get free Sony electronics. This was a win-win for me because I love electronics and I love being able to “afford” the things I want. This card was the beginning of a long journey that I will never forget.