Category: Save Money

June 23, 2024 Off

Amazon’s Hidden Treasures: 11 Freebies You Didn’t Know Existed

By The Admiral Staff

The article highlights 11 ways to get freebies and save money while shopping on Amazon. These include a 30-day Amazon Prime free trial, free music streaming, Kindle Unlimited trials, free shipping (with Prime or $35+ orders), rewards points through the Amazon Visa Card, unlimited photo storage, a free Audible trial, Grubhub+ for Prime members, free games via Luna, the “Try Before You Buy” program for clothing, and a free self-publishing platform (

June 22, 2024 Off

Working While Receiving Social Security: When Does the Penalty End?

By The Admiral Staff

If you receive Social Security benefits before your full retirement age, your earnings may reduce your benefit amount. This reduction ($1 for every $2 earned over $22,320 in 2024) stops once you reach your full retirement age, which depends on your birth year (65, 66, or 67). After reaching full retirement age, your benefits will be recalculated to give credit for any previous reductions, ensuring your total lifetime benefits remain the same.

June 21, 2024 Off

Decoding the Textbook Trap: Smart Ways to Save on College Costs

By The Admiral Staff

College textbook costs are rising, increasing 7% from 2020 to 2023, with the average first-year student spending $1,212. The article provides numerous strategies to save money, including: checking for public domain texts, sharing books with classmates, utilizing the library, opting for older editions, renting, buying electronic versions, exploring online marketplaces, checking financial aid and scholarships, and considering open textbook libraries. It also advises caution regarding access codes and suggests

June 18, 2024 Off

Backyard Chickens: A Costly Quest for Fresh Eggs?

By The Admiral Staff

Raising chickens for eggs can seem appealing with current egg prices, but it involves significant costs. The initial start-up for four chickens is around $162, including a coop (potentially $300-$2,000), chicks ($12-$20), and collection supplies ($50+). Ongoing annual maintenance costs roughly $602, primarily for feed ($36-$50/month), coop upkeep ($10-$15/month), and medical

June 15, 2024 Off

Stop Overpaying: Find Cheaper Car Insurance in Minutes

By The Admiral Staff

Car insurance companies may be overcharging drivers, relying on them not to shop around. A new tool from The Penny Hoarder simplifies the process of finding better rates by gathering personalized quotes from top insurers. Users typically save $500 or more annually with just a few clicks.