Tag: save money

March 8, 2025 Off

Tightrope Living: Surviving on One Income in Today’s World

By The Admiral Staff

The article offers advice for families living on a single income, highlighting ways to earn extra money and cut expenses. Suggestions include playing the Solitaire Cash app to potentially win up to $83 per game, earning up to $225/month by watching video previews with InboxDollars, using a browser extension to find cheaper online prices, and earning cash back on gas, groceries, and dining with the Upside app. Additionally, it recommends comparing car insurance options via EverQuote and exploring lower credit

February 8, 2025 Off

Love on a Budget: Sweet Valentine’s Gifts Without Breaking the Bank

By The Admiral Staff

This article offers budget-friendly Valentine’s Day gift ideas, suggesting shoppers utilize discount stores to find thoughtful presents for under $10. Beyond traditional options like candy and cards, the article proposes creative, personalized gifts like curated playlists, handwritten notes, homemade baked goods, a cozy movie night, or luxurious bath items. It also suggests earning extra cash through online surveys and tasks to fund the celebration, listing several platforms like InboxDollars and FreeCash.

January 23, 2025 Off

SodaStream Showdown: Is It Really Worth the Fizz?

By The Admiral Staff

The article explores whether investing in a SodaStream is financially worthwhile compared to buying canned soda. With average soda consumption costing around $279 per person annually (or $1,116 for a four-person household), many are considering alternatives. While the initial SodaStream purchase ($100 for the device and CO2 canister) doesn’t immediately save money, replacement CO2 canisters cost significantly less than buying individual cans. Overall, the article concludes that SodaStream is generally cheaper,

January 16, 2025 Off

Slash Your Grocery Bill: $600+ Savings Await!

By The Admiral Staff

This article challenges readers to reduce their grocery bills by up to $600 this month by implementing several strategies. These include utilizing browser extensions like Capital One Shopping to find cheaper online prices, comparing car insurance quotes to potentially save $860 annually, exploring personal loans through AmOne to pay off credit card debt, and using the Upside app to earn cash back on gas, groceries, and dining. Other tips involve participating in the Nielsen Consumer Panel for gift points, properly storing food to prevent

December 16, 2024 Off

Budget-Friendly Gift Wrap: Creative Ideas & Savings Tips

By The Admiral Staff

This article offers tips for finding cheap gift wrap to save money, especially during the holidays. It suggests repurposing items you already have at home like brown paper bags, old cards, gift bags, envelopes, magazine pages, and newspapers. For those wanting to buy, it recommends checking online retailers like Amazon and Dollar Tree for affordable options, or buying in bulk from sites like Uline.com. The article emphasizes that the thought behind the gift is more important than fancy wrapping.