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August 10, 2025
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Robo-advisors are gaining popularity as a low-cost alternative to traditional portfolio management, especially among younger investors. The article highlights 11 top robo-advisors for 2025, including Magnifi (best overall), Public, Robinhood, Acorns, and Wealthfront, each catering to specific needs like micro-investing or retirement planning. While offering benefits like lower fees, 24/7 access, and suitability for beginners, robo-advis
August 9, 2025
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The Admiral Staff
The article explores higher-paying retail jobs as an alternative to minimum wage positions, noting that while the federal minimum wage is $7.25, many states have higher rates. It highlights ten retail jobs offering above-average pay, including Target warehouse worker ($21/hour), Lowe’s customer service associate ($19/hour), Trader Joe’s crew member ($19.67/hour), and Apple Genius ($27.67/hour). The article also suggests
August 8, 2025
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The Admiral Staff
This article provides a comprehensive list of 114 free summer activities for all ages and interests. It includes ideas for outdoor adventures like visiting parks, hiking, and stargazing, as well as indoor options like reading, crafting, and virtual tourism. The article also suggests ways to earn extra money to fund summer adventures and offers self-improvement activities like journaling and learning new skills. There are sections dedicated to family fun, activities for friends, and virtual entertainment, making it a valuable resource for planning an
August 7, 2025
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The Admiral Staff
Amidst rising grocery prices, this article offers strategies to find free or low-cost produce during the summer. Options include locating free farm stands, community fridges, and Little Free Pantries (using online mapping tools to find them). Shopping strategically at farmers markets—looking for “seconds” or asking for unwanted parts of produce like radish greens—can also yield savings. Finally, gleaning, or harvesting leftover produce from farms or foraging for wild edibles, provides another avenue for free food. The article
August 6, 2025
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The Admiral Staff
Many colleges and universities offer reduced or free college courses for senior citizens (typically 60 and up) to encourage continuing education. The availability and specifics of these programs vary significantly by state, ranging from tuition waivers and reduced rates to auditing courses or taking a limited number of credits. While some programs may not offer credit or online options, many do. Additionally, Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes (OLLI) provide non-degree enrichment courses for older adults on college campuses.
