Author: The Admiral Staff

September 7, 2025 Off

What Happens After? Planning for Your Belongings After You’re Gone

By The Admiral Staff

The article discusses the importance of having a will to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes after death, avoiding the complexities and potential costs of dying “intestate” (without a will). It explores the rise of online will-making services as an affordable alternative to traditional attorneys, highlighting their ease of use. However, it cautions readers to ensure the online will is legally binding by following state regulations (like notarization and witnesses), choosing a secure provider to protect personal data, and understanding the limitations

September 6, 2025 Off

Second Act Success: Retirement-Friendly Work-From-Home Jobs

By The Admiral Staff

This article explores work-from-home opportunities for retirees, cautioning against scams by highlighting red flags like requests for personal information or upfront payments. It suggests quick cash options like surveys (InboxDollars, FreeCash, GoBranded, Kashkick, Solitaire Cash), while also advising awareness of Social Security earning limits. The article then details 15 potential jobs, including customer service, virtual assistant roles, transcription, tutoring, and data entry, providing average pay ranges and resources for finding these positions

September 5, 2025 Off

Unlock Free Rent: 16 Unexpected Jobs with Housing Included

By The Admiral Staff

The article highlights 16 jobs that include free housing as a significant perk, offering a way to save money on living expenses. These roles span various industries, from culinary (private chef) and caregiving (live-in caregiver, nanny) to adventure-based positions (park ranger, cruise ship employee) and skilled trades (oil rig mechanic, building superintendent). Other options include military service, clergy, teaching (international English teacher, faculty in-residence), ranch hand work, and travel nursing

September 5, 2025 Off

Hair Care Hacks: Save Money & Love Your Locks

By The Admiral Staff

The article outlines 11 ways to save money on hair care. Key tips include washing hair less frequently, using DIY dry shampoo or spot washing, distributing natural oils through brushing, making hair products from pantry staples, rinsing with apple cider vinegar, using less product, and cutting open shampoo/conditioner bottles to access remaining product. Other suggestions involve combining DIY products with expensive brands, extending the life of hair color, and learning to trim your own hair.

September 4, 2025 Off

Discount Deals or Hidden Costs? What *Not* to Buy at T.J. Maxx, Ross, and Marshalls

By The Admiral Staff

While discount stores like T.J. Maxx, Ross, and Marshall’s offer deals, some items are best avoided. Experts caution against purchasing heavy-duty furniture, kitchen supplies, yoga mats, bed sheets, swimwear, and beauty products due to potential quality issues or concerns about product handling. Instead, the article suggests focusing on other money-saving opportunities like insurance, debt payoff, and gas savings.