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You know how to do something people would hire you for, but only if they know you are available. kundoy | Getty Images Working from home has created the perfect environment for anyone to earn extra money with a side hustle . Depending on your unique needs and your skills , there are thousands of ways to earn a respectable amount of cash during your downtime. 1. Sell items on eBay, Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace.
One of the surest ways you can make a little extra money if you’re in a bind is to sell items on sites like eBay, Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace. Any used items like furniture, household appliances, collectibles or anything else that you’re just not using or is collecting dust, can be sold online to make extra cash. If you’re serious about this, you can even do it professionally for others and collect a small commission for each sale. Take quality photos and write a good description and you’ll be in great shape. 2. Recycle used smartphones on Gazelle.
I’ve sold a few used smartphone s on Gazelle and it’s a no-hassle way of making some extra cash if you have an old iPhone, Samsung smartphone or another device sitting around. While it’s not the most lucrative side hustle, you will be able to get a little bit of extra money that might just help you out depending on your financial situation. 3. Drive for Uber or Lyft.
One of the most widely available side hustles is to drive for Uber or Lyft . The sharing economy has quite literally exploded, and both Uber and Lyft are at the forefront. The best part? You can turn on and off your availability through these networks with the simple click of a button, effectively allowing you to make extra bucks on your spare time. 4. Deliver for PostMates.
Another great option for earning extra income is to deliver for PostMates . Similar to working for Uber and Lyft, you can work whenever you want. While the pay might not be enormous, you do have the ability to earn tips. If you’re in a highly trafficked area such as Los Angeles or New York City, this is a great way to earn some cash without quitting your day job–and you don’t even need a car.
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AirBnB offers a great resource for people that are willing to rent out a spare room or even their entire home. If you’re in a bind for some fast cash, AirBnB offers you an avenue for creating a great side hustle. You’ll get paid 24 hours after a guest checks in, which is to avoid any problems or potential scams that might arise. Some people earn their primary income just by renting out their real estate on AirBnB . 6. Manage social media for small businesses.
Many small businesses need a social media manager and simply don’t have the time nor the expertise to be constantly posting on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat or Twitter. Take it upon yourself to contact local businesses and offer up your services for a contracted monthly fee. Managing a social media account is an easy way to make extra money online no matter where you live. 7. Sell services on Fiverr.
Fiverr helped give birth to the Gig Economy . Although services start out at $5, some Fiverr sellers are earning six-figure-plus revenues annually. You can sell just about anything on this platform, but to succeed and become a Super Seller, you need to deliver massive amounts of value, even at those lower price-points. 8. Tutor over Skype.
Another creative side hustle idea: You can tutor people over Skype , no matter where you might live. This is great, especially if you’re a digital nomad and you’re looking to earn more money than the local job market can potentially provide. Tutor people from the United States or United Kingdom if you’re traveling through Asia or another low-cost-of-living country around the world. 9. Start a blog.
Okay, so you won’t make good money that fast with a blog. But, if you start a blog and deliver enormous amounts of value, you could set yourself up with a platform for […]
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