Category: Save Money

October 3, 2023 Off

Grow Smarter, Save Bigger: The Veggies That Really Pay Off in Your Garden

By The Admiral Staff

Starting a garden to save money on groceries can be worthwhile, but not all vegetables offer the same return. Salad greens, cherry tomatoes (especially heirloom varieties), green beans, and herbs like basil and rosemary are highly cost-effective to grow, potentially saving hundreds of dollars compared to grocery store prices. Honorable mentions include summer squash, carrots, zucchini, and leeks. However, vegetables like artichokes, carrots, cauliflower, celery, eggplant, and head lettuce are trickier to grow or simply too inexpensive

October 1, 2023 Off

Champagne Style, Beer Budget: Refashion Your Wardrobe

By The Admiral Staff

This article offers budget-friendly fashion solutions for those who love clothes but have limited funds. It champions “upcycling” โ€“ creatively transforming old clothes into new items โ€“ as a stylish and economical alternative to constant shopping. The article provides numerous ideas, divided into no-sew projects (like turning shirts into scarves or using hot glue for a swimsuit coverup) and more advanced sewing projects (like making a T-shirt quilt or refashioning linens into dresses). It also suggests repurposing T-

September 29, 2023 Off

Rubber Band Brilliance: 13 Genius Hacks to Save Money

By The Admiral Staff

This article highlights 13 clever ways to use rubber bands to save money around the house. From turning cheap hangers into no-slip ones by adding rubber bands to the ends, to using them to grip jar lids or stabilize cutting boards, the article offers simple, budget-friendly alternatives to buying specialized tools. Other hacks include using rubber bands for French tips, removing stripped screws, marking glasses at a party, securing spoons, mounting smartphones, taking group photos, and even as a makeshift solution for maternity

September 28, 2023 Off

Beyond Broadway: Your Guide to Affordable Live Theater

By The Admiral Staff

Experiencing live theater doesn’t have to break the bank. This article outlines seven budget-friendly ways to see shows, including securing last-minute tickets, volunteering, using apps like TodayTix, attending preview nights, buying season tickets, following theaters on social media, and utilizing “Tweet Seats.” Additionally, students, military members, and senior citizens often qualify for discounted tickets.

September 21, 2023 Off

The $4,000 Vet Bill That Changed My View on Pet Insurance

By The Admiral Staff

This article explores the rising costs of pet care and introduces pet insurance as a potential solution. Americans are spending billions on vet bills, with many facing unexpected expenses of $2,000-$4,000. Pet insurance works by covering a portion of vet bills for illnesses and injuries, typically involving a monthly premium, annual deductible, and co-insurance. Costs vary based on the pet’s age, breed, and location, with dog insurance averaging $22/month and cat