Category: Save Money

October 18, 2024 Off

Fuel Your Wallet: Smart Ways to Save on Gas & Earn Extra Cash

By The Admiral Staff

Rising gas prices, combined with inflation and stagnant wages, are straining budgets. Here are several ways to potentially offset these costs: use apps like GasBuddy and Waze to find cheaper gas, earn money playing Solitaire or Bingo on apps like Solitaire Cash and Bingo Cash (with potential winnings up to $83 per game), get paid for watching movie previews through InboxDollars (potentially earning up to $225/month), pay with cash at the pump to avoid card fees, fill up

October 16, 2024 Off

Smart Money Moves: Level Up Your Finances (No Million Needed)

By The Admiral Staff

This article suggests simple financial moves anyone can make to manage their money like a millionaire, even without significant wealth. The tips include: using EverQuote to potentially save up to $610 annually on car insurance; investing in companies like Amazon or Netflix through the Public app; consolidating credit card debt with a low-interest loan from AmOne; earning up to $225/month by watching movie previews and taking surveys with InboxDollars; and improving your credit score with Credit Sesame.

October 14, 2024 Off

The Uncertain Path: College in the Age of COVID-19

By The Admiral Staff

The COVID-19 pandemic has created immense uncertainty for college-bound high school seniors and their families. Traditional timelines for college planning have been disrupted, with questions surrounding campus openings, financial stability of institutions, and the overall college experience. Schools are grappling with budget shortfalls and considering various scenarios, while parents are weighing financial implications and exploring options like gap years or online classes. Experts advise open communication about finances and caution against borrowing heavily to pay for college, highlighting concerns about student loan repayment and the potential

October 10, 2024 Off

Spooktacular Savings: Halloween on a Budget

By The Admiral Staff

This article offers tips for celebrating Halloween on a budget and finding extra income. It suggests skipping store-bought costumes, shopping at dollar stores for decorations, attending free local events, opting for non-candy treats like stickers, and utilizing pumpkins for more than just decoration. It also briefly touches on ways to potentially reduce common monthly expenses.

October 10, 2024 Off

FAFSA Frenzy: Deadlines, Changes & How to Maximize Your Aid

By The Admiral Staff

College students need to be aware of FAFSA deadlines for federal student aid, including loans, grants, and work-study. The deadline for the 2019-20 school year is June 30, 2020, but states and colleges may have earlier deadlines. For the 2020-21 school year, the deadline is June 30, 2021. Students who have experienced significant changes in income should submit corrections by