Jason Butler Paid Off 72K in Debt Using Side Hustles

What happens when you mix crushing student loan debt with relentless drive and a passion for personal finance? You get Jason Butler — founder of My Money Chronicles — who paid off over $72,000 in debt and built a brand that changed his life.In this powerful conversation, Jason opens up about his real-life journey from being buried in debt to running his blog full-time. No fluff, no overnight success story — just pure hustle, hard lessons, and smart strategy. Starting as a creative outlet to document his financial journey, Jason’s blog slowly grew into a business that eventually replaced his full-time income.

In this interview, Jason breaks down:

• How he tackled over $72,000 in student loans and consumer debt
• Why documenting his financial journey helped him stay accountable
• The moment he realized his blog could become a business
• His mindset shift from “just a side hustle” to long-term brand
• The power of consistency, niche focus, and staying true to your voice