Category: Make Money

March 11, 2025 Off

Navigating Unemployment: Your Guide to Benefits and Beyond

By The Admiral Staff

Losing a job can be overwhelming, but filing for unemployment benefits is a crucial first step. To qualify, job loss typically must be due to no fault of your own (not a firing “for cause”), and you must be available for work, actively seeking a new job, and meet state-specific wage or hour requirements. While benefits generally replace 30-50% of your previous salary, it’s advisable to supplement income with side hustles. Resigning may disqualify you unless

March 4, 2025 Off

Kids Get Paid to Play? The Ultimate Guide to Toy Testing

By The Admiral Staff

Many toy companies hire children to test toys, either by sending them toys to review or inviting them to toy labs. While competitive, landing a spot can provide free toys or even pay. To increase your child’s chances, proactively contact companies, monitor social media (especially Facebook pages of toy brands), cultivate an online presence (blog, social media), and create thorough, honest reviews detailing the toy’s features and durability. Some companies like L&E Opinions offer paid market research opportunities, including toy

February 26, 2025 Off

Spark Joy & Profit: Your Guide to Starting a Face Painting Business

By The Admiral Staff

Starting a face painting business can be a lucrative venture, earning over $100 an hour. It requires minimal artistic skill – simple, fast designs are key – and a love for interacting with people. Getting started involves acquiring basic art supplies (around $50), transportation, insurance (approximately $100 annually), and business cards. To find gigs, consider children’s entertainment agencies or directly approaching parents for birthday parties and family-friendly events. Practice is essential, focusing on classic designs

February 25, 2025 Off

Poop Profits: Get Paid to Donate Your Stool

By The Admiral Staff

Several companies will pay donors for their stool, which is used for microbiome studies or to treat conditions like Clostridium difficile. Companies like HumanMicrobes pay $500 per donation, potentially earning donors up to $180,000 annually if donating daily, while GoodNature offers $25-$75 per visit, with potential earnings up to $1,500 per month. Donors must meet specific health and geographical requirements, including age, weight, health history,

February 20, 2025 Off

Cash In: Creative Gift Ideas & Quick Ways to Earn It

By The Admiral Staff

The article suggests giving cash as a gift, arguing it’s practical and avoids sizing or taste issues. It provides ways to earn quick cash through online surveys, tasks, and app testing (like InboxDollars, FreeCash, and Kashkick). The piece then offers 19 creative ideas for presenting cash gifts, including boxing it up, origami, photo books, money cakes, and even a scavenger hunt, offering alternatives to traditional gifts.