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February 15, 2025
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The Admiral Staff
A movement is gaining traction on social media, urging consumers to participate in an economic blackout on February 28th to protest rising costs and corporate practices. Organized by The People’s Union USA, the blackout encourages people to avoid spending on non-essential items at major retailers, fast food chains, and gas stations, while supporting small businesses for necessary purchases. The group hopes this one-day disruption will send a message and spark economic reform, with additional protests planned for March and April. While the
February 14, 2025
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The Admiral Staff
This article suggests six lower-risk investment options for retirement to help protect against financial setbacks. These include: **bonds** (debt obligations offering interest payments), **publicly traded REIT index funds** (offering high dividends), **high-interest savings accounts** (for easy access and FDIC insurance), **Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS)** (protecting against inflation), **preferred stocks** (providing prioritized dividend payments), and **Certificates of Deposit (CDs)** (off
February 14, 2025
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The Admiral Staff
Decorating your home doesn’t have to break the bank. The average American spends around $2,600 annually on home furnishings, but numerous budget-friendly stores offer deals. The article highlights 22 options, including At Home, Big Lots, IKEA, thrift stores like Goodwill and Habitat for Humanity ReStores, and online retailers like Wayfair and Dormify. It also suggests thrifting, focusing on small impactful details, creating your own wall art, and repurposing secondhand furniture to
February 13, 2025
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The Admiral Staff
Acorns is an automated investing app ideal for beginners seeking a simple, hands-off approach to saving and investing. It rounds up everyday purchases to invest spare change and offers recurring investment options. Accounts include investing, retirement (IRAs), custodial accounts for kids, and a cash management checking account. While offering features like “Found Money” cashback and diversified portfolios, Acorns charges monthly fees that can be high for small balances, resulting in a significant percentage of the invested amount. It utilizes ETFs and Modern
February 12, 2025
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The Admiral Staff
The article explores the difficult decision of whether to repair or replace an aging car, especially given rising car prices, interest rates, and insurance costs. It advises assessing your car’s value, getting repair estimates, and considering your financial situation. Factors to weigh include the amount owed on the vehicle, repair costs versus the car’s value, and its overall health. The author ultimately chose to repair their Mini Cooper due to safety concerns and manageable repair costs, considering the car’s remaining lifespan and lower
