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March 9, 2024
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This article outlines nine ways families can earn extra money throughout the year, with the potential to make $850. Suggestions include taking surveys with Swagbucks ($20), watching movie previews with InboxDollars ($30), downloading apps like ShopTracker and MobileXpression ($39+), writing articles for blogs ($100+), selling unwanted items on Letgo ($50), driving for Uber ($600), signing up for free gift card promotions like Ebates ($
March 8, 2024
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The Admiral Staff
Movie studios and theaters hire individuals to gather audience data at movie premieres through a process called “in-theater checks.” These “mystery shoppers,” contracted by firms like Certified Field Associates, are paid to count patrons or document previews shown before the film. Applications are easy to submit, and assignments are self-selected from an online list, typically available for Friday and Saturday premieres. Pay ranges from $10-$20 per hour, plus free movie admission for the shopper and a guest.
March 8, 2024
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The Admiral Staff
The article highlights common instances of “financial mansplaining” – unsolicited and often incorrect financial advice given to women. It debunks five such pieces of advice, offering alternative, financially savvy approaches instead. These include questioning the wisdom of holding credit card balances to build credit, emphasizing the importance of negotiating prices, rejecting the idea that men get better deals, cautioning against relying on a single stock like Tesla, and promoting diversified investing. The article recommends tools and services like MoneyLion, Capital One Shopping,
March 7, 2024
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The Admiral Staff
The article provides advice for stay-at-home moms re-entering the workforce. It suggests several strategies including exploring “returnship” programs (mid-career internships), utilizing resources like “The Pregnancy Pause” to address resume gaps, seeking flexible or remote work, choosing companies with child-friendly policies, and even starting their own businesses. The piece emphasizes perseverance and highlights the importance of setting a positive example for children.
March 7, 2024
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The Admiral Staff
The article suggests five ways to save money to afford a desired “splurge.” These include earning gift cards by scanning grocery receipts with the Fetch Rewards app, winning money playing the Solitaire Cash game, using a free browser extension to avoid overpaying for online purchases, and shopping around for cheaper car insurance through EverQuote. Collectively, these strategies could potentially save individuals a significant amount of money.
