Are you looking for ways to earn some extra cash? Wouldn’t some extra income help during these tough economic times? Here are 5 easy ways to earn extra cash without quitting your full-time job.
2. Sell your used and unused items.
A great way to make extra cash is by selling your items online. Sell your unused and used collectibles. You will get more money for unused items, but you can sell used items online as well. Do you have old video games, DVDs, toys or books? All of these items are sold online daily. Do you make your own bracelets, t-shirts or key chains? You can sell just about anything online, including handmade items. The most popular sites to sell items online are Ebay, Craigslist, Etsy, and Amazon. Other lesser known sites are Half. com and iOffer.
3. Become a freelance writer or independent contractor.
Do you have a passion and a talent for writing? If so, then become a freelance writer. There are many ways to get paid for your writing skills. Share your how-to tips on eHow. com. Are you passionate about any particular topic or interest? Start your own blog. As you build a following, companies will pay you to advertise on your blog. Do you just want to work on specific projects? Become an independent contractor and write articles for eLance. com. Write an e-book and market it to website owners. For help getting started, read Erik’s 25 Online Resources For Freelancers and Small Businesses.
4. Have a garage sale.
Sell all of your leftover items at a garage sale. A garage sale is the perfect place to sell all of those items that you couldn’t unload online. Old furniture, clothes, tools, lawn equipment, and televisions can all be sold at a garage sale. Just hang up a sign and start selling! Not only will a garage sale remove the clutter in your house, it will add a few bucks to your wallet.
5. Pick up a part-time job.
A part-time job provides reliable income. Do you have an interest in real estate? Become a home inspector. Insurance companies hire contractors to perform home inspections. All you need to get started is a digital camera and reliable transportation. Do you have a car and a good driving record? You can deliver pizzas. Are you good with animals? Become a pet sitter. Even though full-time jobs are scarce, part-time jobs are readily available.
While none of these tasks are going to make you rich overnight, they are great ways to make some extra cash.
Do you know of any easy ways to generate additional income? What are your favorites? What have you succeeded with and what have you failed at?
