Growing up, I was told that the only way to make money was to go to college and get a job.
Today, we all know that’s not true.
Thanks to the Internet and our smartphones, there’s plenty of ways that we can start making money today, even without a degree.
From driving Uber to walking dogs to selling your friendship (no really. It’s true), there’s a job out there just for anybody.
With that said, here are 84 different ways that you can start making money right now.
I’ve went ahead and organized each by category. You can browse through all of them or just simply jump to the section that interests you the most.
Apps
- App Developer
If you have a talent for coding, perhaps you can try your hands on developing an app. This route can take long and might be time-consuming; you have to first come up with an app idea and develop it. But if you have a good idea for an app, this can be a lucrative path.
2. Scratch Cards App
How does earning $10,000 via an app sound? That’s what virtual scratch apps like Lucktastic offers. Lucktastic is available for both Android and Apple devices and it’s free to download and play. You can also win small prizes like an Amazon gift card just by earning points from playing scratch cards.
In-Person
- Store Other People’s Stuff
Have some extra space in your house? Why not earn some money for it? You can now store other people’s goods for money using www.neighbor.com. In case you think this is shady, the company also protects you up to $1,000,000 in personal liability and the renter up to $25,000. They take their storage business seriously, so you can relax and make that extra income. Head over to their website to learn more.
2. Driving For Ride Apps
If you have a car, then driving for Uber or Lyft can put some extra money in your pocket. I wouldn’t consider driving for either company for the long term, but if you want to make some extra income over the weekend, it might be worth it. Plus you get to set your own schedule and work however long you want so you have the option to start working whenever you want.
3. Delivering Food
If driving other people around isn’t your thing, then you can still deliver food and make some good money. Now that everyone is locked inside their house, the demand for food delivery is skyrocketing.
This might be a good chance to make some nice extra income if you like to stretch your legs and go for a drive. You also have the option of delivering food by bike, so if you like to get some cardio in, this might be a good chance. Some of the most popular food delivery companies are Ubereats, Doordash, and Postmates.
4. Walk Dogs For Money
If you’re a dog person and like to walk dogs, why not get paid for it? Many people don’t have the time to take care of their dogs sadly, so they entrust others to do it for them. Apps/ sites like Rover and Care.com make it possible to earn money just by walking and caring for other people’s dogs.
Rover also allows you to set the prices and offers other services such as doggy daycare, house sitting, and even boarding. If you like dogs, then this might a good way to earn some extra money.
5. Grocery Shopper
Apps like Instacart allows you to earn money by shopping for groceries for other people. Many people, especially elderly people, have a hard time shopping for food. Through Instacart, you can be the middle person and do all the shopping for them, and earn some nice extra income on the side.
6. Babysit
Babysitting is a great way to earn some extra money. Even if you don’t have any relatives or friends who need immediate babysitting, the gig economy allows you tap into the vast network of people who need your special care and service for their dear little angels.
The great thing is that you can earn $100 or more for just one sitting! And depending on your experience, you can earn more. Websites/apps like www.care.com, Urbansitter.com, BambinoSitter.com, and Sitter app offer just the opportunity to get started.
7. Event Staff
If you like working at events, then being an event staff might be just the job for you. Here, you get to coordinate with event managers and help set up events. Check out SnagaJob.com and look for event staff jobs.
8. Get Paid To Do Chores For People
If you like to clean, run errands, and perform house work, why not get paid to do just that? Websites like TaskRabbit and Amazon Home Services help connect people with specialists who can perform a specific service around the house. Most of the tasks require a DIY set of skills such as mounting a TV or assembling furnitures.
There are also basic jobs such as cleaning and delivering. You can set your price and someone who requires your skill will contact you after. You can also go the conventional route and check listings on Craigslist. Regardless, you can make a good money from this side hustle.
9. Be A Line Sitter
If you have some time to kill, try your hands on being a line sitter. It’s basically the same idea as a baby sitter except you’re saving someone else’s spot on a line. Some of the most popular line sitting demands are for game releases, phone releases, movie releases, and just about anything that forms a long queue.
Services like TaskRabbit or LineAngel can help you become a line sitter today. You can set your price per hour and earn more depending on the waiting time.
10. Personal Chef
If you like to cook, why not get hired to cook for others? Many people opt out of home cooking simply because they don’t have time to cook. You can step in and be their personal chef. Bonus if you can cook a specific cuisine or types of food (vegan).
The MyTable app can help connect you with people who need a personal chef today. You can also use Craigslist to find people who are looking for personal chefs. You can earn a nice side income depending on your experience and expertise.
11. Personal Trainer
If you like going to the gym and being fit, then why not work as a personal trainer? The best thing about being a personal trainer is that you can set your own price and time. Depending on your experience, you can rake in a good $30~$100 an hour. you can apply through apps like FlexIt to start training people virtually right away.
12. Mystery Shopping
If you enjoy eating and trying out new restaurants/services, then this work might be a good fit. Many companies hire mystery shoppers to visit their restaurants and check the quality of their service and products.
This way, they understand what needs to be fixed and tweaked. If you like to spend your time outside, this could be a good way to earn some extra money. Nowadays, you can do all the workings of a mystery shopper through your smartphone. Some of the most popular mystery shopping services are:
13. Shovel Snow
If you live in an area where you get a lot of snow, you can turn a handsome profit just for shoveling snow for others. Apps like Shovler allow you to connect with people in need of a snow shoveling service. The best part is that the job is flexible and you can start working whenever you want. Plus, you can get a good workout from shoveling snow all day.
Renting
- Rent Out Your Car
Renting out your extra car can be a lucrative side hustle. Apps like Getaround and Turo help connect you with people who need to borrow a car. Listing only takes minutes so you can get your first customer right away!
2. Rent out parking spots
Renting out your parking spots can turn into a nice way to make some easy profit. Basically, you give up your parking spot to someone else for a price. This works best in highly dense areas such as New York City and LA. Apps likes SpotHero helps you connect with people in need of parking spots.
3. Rent your friendship
If you have some free time in your hand, why not earn some money by being someone else’s friend? Apps like RentAFriend helps connect people who need a buddy for the day. I’ve heard cases of people who used this app to book a last-minute date for a wedding.
I know you might think this idea sounds crazy, but it’s already popular in many Asian countries where loneliness is a serious public health issue. So if you’re personable and don’t mind meeting new people, this might be a great way to make some extra income (and a new friend).
4. List Your House On Airbnb
Airbnb is the company that kickstarted the gig economy as we know it. If you have an extra house or an extra room, you can rent it out to people for a handsome price. Nowadays, many people are looking to take respite in the countryside or a place with a nice view. If you can offer them that experience, renting out your house can potentially earn you a nice flow of monthly income.
Creative
- Graphic Designer
If your talents lie in making graphic design, you can make a lot of money working with marketing agencies and independent businesses. Your job would entail making mock sketch ups and creating illustrations for clients. If this interests you, websites like Fiverr can help you connect with people in need of your specific vision and skills.
2. Designer
Similar to a graphic designer, designers create the looks and design for physical objects such as art, iPhone cases, and tapestry. Designers take on holistic roles when it comes to making art. If you’re a creative person and consider yourself artistic, then a side hustle as a designer may suit you well. Websites such as Society6 and Cafepress can help you connect with the right clients.
3. Print on Demand — Redbubble, Teespring
Speaking of graphic design, if you like drawing and making illustrations, then print on demand might interest you. Print on Demand (PoD) is a business model where you sell clothes and items that have your design on it through an online store. Certain PoD websites such as Redbubble and Teespring provide you with the online store and even do the printing and shipping all for you. All you have to do is create an account and sell the clothes.
The best part is that you don’t own any inventory as these websites print and ship items only when the orders come in. It’s super easy to set up and the potential for earnings is in the thousands.
I know many people who have launched a successful PoD business just by selling cool graphic design. If you need help getting started, sign up for an account at Redbubble and Teespring.
You can also run a PoD shop even if you don’t have any design skills. There are paid websites like Placeit.net that offer free designs that you can use for commercial purposes, including for PoD.
4. Photographer
Are you a photographer? Do you love taking pictures? Now you can make some extra income by selling your photos online. Photo services like iStockPhoto and Shutterstock buy thousands of photos from amateur photographers everyday.
There’s also a market where you can sell smartphone photos and videos. One of the best platforms for selling them is Foap. Foap is an online stock photo and video website that sells stock images and videos created by smartphones. To begin selling, download the Foap app.
5. Record audiobooks
If you have a nice soothing voice and love to read, you can make money by recording audiobooks. Services like ACX allow you to record audiobooks and sell through Audible, Amazon, and Apple. You can choose the books that you want to record and ACX will review it. Once they approve, you can start selling it right away!
6. Start a Youtube channel
Are you comfortable being on camera? Do you have a passion for a subject that you just want to share with the world? Then maybe you should consider starting a Youtube channel.
A long time ago, starting a Youtube channel in the hopes of making money was more of a pipe dream. Today, you can make thousands of dollars on Youtube through AdSense and affiliate marketing. So if you have a passion for video editing and videography, consider starting a Youtube channel today!
7. Patreon
If you’re a Youtuber with a large following, consider setting up a Patreon account. Patreon allows your fans to directly donate to you in order to support what you’re doing.
8. Podcasting
There’s never been a better time to start a podcast than today. Starting a podcast can help you reach people who like a certain niche topic that you also like. It can also earn you some nice income by way of sponsorships. So if you’re a genuinely curious person who likes to talk about a range of topics (or have a certain niche in mind), you should consider starting a podcast today.
The best place to start a podcast is with Podbean. Here, they give the platform and reach to distribute your podcast. They also give you a way to start monetizing your podcast with their built-in advertising system. If you want to start earning money with podcasting, then I highly recommend Podbean.
9. Instagram influencer
If you’re on Instagram and have a certain passion for a niche, consider becoming an Instagram influencer. Influencers are people who have a good number of followers and therefore can reach a lot of people at once. You can get sponsored by brands with just a few thousand followers. I personally know a small beauty influencer with 2,000 followers who make up to $50 a post.
10. Home made food delivery
If you can make a specific type of cuisine that’s not available at the nearest restaurants, you can start selling home made food straight to people’s doorsteps. Because of Covid-19, thousands of independent home cooking businesses have sprung up to meet the demands of hungry neighbors.
It’s not too late to get in on this wildly lucrative side hustle. To begin, you would need to market your food via social media channels such as Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Who knows, if your business blows up, you might even turn yourself into an Influencer and have more money-making opportunities.
11. Making Wordpress themes
Most people who start a website often get stuck executing their vision. That’s where you come in. You can help people design the theme of their dreams. This role will require some basic coding and design skills. You can make a lot of money just designing Wordpress themes for people. It can even turn into a full time job for you if you enjoy doing it.
12. Video game streaming
Streaming yourself playing video games has never been more popular than ever. Now you can make money off of it thanks to platforms like Twitch that helps viewers donate to you directly. If you have a passion for video games and like to entertain people, this might be a good chance to earn some extra money.
13. Shoot Videos of yourself buying things
If you don’t mind filming yourself on camera, you can make some money by filming and reviewing products with the Product Tube app. It’s similar to taking surveys except that Product Tube analyzes your opinions from the video. Some of the things that you may need to record include reviewing the products or shopping at a specific store.
Product Tube claims that you can earn up to $80 worth of gift card per hour, which isn’t a bad deal. As an additional hustle, you can upload your videos on Youtube to gain viewers and start to monetize your channel. Now that’s killing two birds with one stone.
14. Sell your talent on Fiverr
If you have a specific talent, you can make money by selling it on Fiverr. Fiverr is the largest online freelance platform in the world. You can find a whole range of freelance gigs at Fiverr including gardening, fixing gadget, and even having an astronaut send a message to the moon. Some of the most popular gigs are video marketing and website building, which can net you a cool $400 to $3,000 depending on your experience.
15. Movie/TV Extra
Have you ever wanted to be in a movie? Well now you’re in luck. Backstage.com is hiring extras for upcoming movie shoots. The pay isn’t that great, but if you’re a movie aficionado and love meeting new people, then it can be a fun experience.
Writing
- Blogging
If you have a talent for writing, then blogging can be a great way to make some extra money. You can turn your lifelong passion into a well designed and easy-to-navigate blog that can potentially help millions with their problems.
Once your blog gets big, you can put up Google AdSense to make money via traffic and even get sponsored by brands. The best thing about blogging is that you can do it anywhere and any time. I know several digital nomads who have turned blogging into their full time career.
2. Medium
If creating a website or a blog is too much of a hassle, then you can still make some money by writing articles for Medium. Medium is a platform where people can write articles to earn some money. The more views your article gets, the more money you can make.
There are many success stories about people who earned over $3,000 a month just by posting one article. If you don’t want to spend time making a website and want to start writing right away, then consider writing for Medium.
3. Copywriter
A copywriter’s job generally entails writing eye-catching headlines for marketing purposes. For example, your job might include writing descriptions for Instagram posts for brands such as H&M and American Outfitter.
If you have a talent for drawing attention with your words, consider freelancing as a copywriter. You can make anywhere between $10 to $100 per gig depending on your experience and talent. Check out Indeed.com, Fiverr, and Craigslist to find work as a copywriter.
4. Ghostwriter
Many people are visionary and are driven by ambition, but when it comes to writing, they sorely lack the discipline and focus to put pen on paper. So instead they hire ghostwriters to write for them.
A ghostwriter is someone who gets paid to write materials for someone else but doesn’t get credit for it. Ghost writing can be highly lucrative. You can earn anywhere between $20,000 to $80,000 depending on the material that you work on. You can find ghostwriting jobs on Fiverr and Craigslist.
Teaching/ Coaching
- Tutor
If you like teaching but want something less formal, then becoming a tutor is a great option. You can earn a good stream of money just by teaching a subject that you like. You can earn more if you have a Masters or a Ph.D.
The best thing is, you can tutor right from the comfort of your home as long as you have a laptop and Internet access. There are websites like Chegg that helps connect tutors with students over Zoom or Skype. You can also take your teaching to the next level by taking online teaching jobs via GigEd.
2. Teach English Online
If tutoring isn’t your calling, you can still teach English online. This can be a very lucrative way to make money. Typically, you can earn anywhere between $2,000 and $3,000 every month depending on how many classes you teach.
Even if you don’t have any experience teaching, most online schools will give you the curriculum and lesson plans. The most popular online English-teaching websites are VIPKid, Gogokid, and DaDa. They’re all geared towards Elementary to middle school students in China.
3. Create Courses
Do you like to teach but have other things you want to do? Then consider making an online course. You might need to invest a lot of time making the videos and collecting the resources for your course in the beginning.
But once you make them and put them online for people to buy, you can make a nice passive income. The most popular course creating websites are Skillshare and Udemy. Both focus on creating technical and creative courses that are geared towards practical skills.
4. Test scoring
If you have a knack for grading papers and exams, you can make some extra money marking students’ tests. Lots of teachers decide to outsource this part since they are already busy with other things. Some of the best known websites are Measurement Inc, Write Score, Literably, and Remark Test Grading.
5. Life coach
Many people need guidance in their life, and a life coach can help them with just that. If you are certified life coach or have an extensive resume that is appropriate for this job, You can coach people via video call starting today. Some of the best places to get started as a life coach are Koachee, Upskillcoach, and Coachhub.
6. Online Coaching
If you’re looking for a general coaching job, whether it’s life, business, or sports, then consider becoming an online coach. In this role, you can sell your advice to earn some serious money all the while working from home.
I recommend starting at Clarity.fm. You can set your own price and get paid by the minute. You can also post your service on websites like Craigslist and Linkedin to broaden your clientele base.
7. Therapist
The word therapy evokes the image of a person lying down on a couch while the therapists probes him or her with questions. The days of face to face therapy is all but gone now that therapy is moving more towards online.
If you’re a certified clinician or therapist who’d rather work at home than at a clinic, then this might be a great opportunity for you. Services like BetterHelp and TalkSpace is revolutionizing the way therapists interact and help their clients by taking the sessions entirely online.
The best part is that therapists can schedule their own meetings and earn more thanks to the number of clients that these platforms bring.
Surveys + Testing + Rewards
- Take Online Surveys
Taking online surveys won’t make you an overnight millionaire, but the money made over time can get you some nice stuff. One of the most popular online survey apps is Survey Junkie.
It’s simple and easy to play, and they don’t riddle your email inbox with barrages of spam mails unlike other survey apps, which is a plus in my eyes. Basically, you earn money by taking random surveys which can range from reviewing a product to rating a brand.
You can easily net 5 to 10 dollars just by taking surveys all day. Other popular survey apps include Swagbucks which gives you $5 just for signing up. Here are other popular survey apps that I recommend:
2. Use Swagbuck’s Search Engine
Speaking of Swagbucks, did you know that you can also get paid for searching on Swagbucks search engine? That’s right, Swagbucks will give you some dough just for browsing through their search engine in exchange for collecting your data.
Another popular option is InboxDollars which is similar to Swagbucks in that you earn money by searching or shopping online. Both will give you a $5 bonus just for signing up.
3. Test products
Another way to make money is to test and review products. This is similar to taking online surveys but instead you get to review products and give your feedback. Some companies will allow you to keep the products (this is how they incentivize you to participate); however, not all companies are legit.
Make sure to do your due diligence before you accept any test products. One of the most legitimate websites that’ll give you rewards for your time is Vindale Research.
4. Test Website or Apps
If testing products doesn’t suit you, then testing websites and apps might. You don’t have to be a coding whizz to test websites and apps.
In fact, companies seek to hire people who may not be techies since they represent a huge portion of technology users. You can earn anywhere from $10 to $60 on UserTesting and UTest just for testing out websites and apps. Now that’s a steal.
5. Playing On Your Smartphone
Do you spend a lot of time on your smartphone? Do you want to get paid for it? No seriously, there are companies out there that’ll pay you just to browse through your phone all day.
The Nielson Digital App offers points for every hour you spend browsing your phone. You can exchange these points into gift cards or cash. In return, the app collects your user data and tracks your phone use habits, so use with caution.
6. Complete Online Tasks
You can earn points for participating in surveys via the MyPoints Rewards Program. Some of the surveys include taking polls, answering questions, and other activities. The points you earn can be redeemed in the form of cash or Amazon gift cards.
7. Participate in Focus Groups
You can earn money by participating in focus groups. These focus groups are used to test new products for a specific age and demographic. To join, you’ll need to fill out a comprehensive survey.
Most of the focus group activities will involve answering questions, taking polls, and doing other miscellaneous activities. Pay can range anywhere from $10 to $100 depending on the type of focus groups you’re in. Here is a list of the most legitimate focus group websites out there:
8. Clinical Trials
Participating in clinical trials can pay off very handsomely. You can earn anywhere between $1,000 to $3,000 a month just by taking part. You should always do your homework and check what medicine they’ll be testing on you.
You can go on ClinicalTrials.gov to apply for a clinical trial near you. Once you pass your medical exam, you’ll be asked to join the trials.
9. Play Games And Earn Money
Want to earn rewards just for playing video games? Mistplay.com is a website dedicated to helping gaming studios reach a mass audience by paying people to play their games. It’s a win-win for both the studio and gamers. Mistplay rewards gamers with rewards cards and up to $20 in cash.
10. Make Money By Losing Weight
They say that money is life’s greatest motivator. Now you can get paid to lose weight thanks to apps like HealthyWage. The way it works is like this: You bet how much weight you can lose in a given month and HealthyWage will reward you with money if you follow through. Some people have even won $10,000 through HealthyWage.
11. Save and Earn Money Through Cashback Apps
Apps like Rakuten and Ibotta are great little tools that can help you find hidden cashbacks that you might’ve missed. They let you earn cashback by scanning receipts and shopping online.
12. Automatically find extra savings
If you like saving money on online purchases, then the Capital One Shopping website/app can help you save more. Capital One Shopping is a free browsing tool that helps you find great deals online.
All you have to do is search for what you want and the tool will automatically find you the best deals on the Internet. It’s snappy, easy to use, and can potentially save you thousands of dollars.
Online
- Flexjobs
You can find many flexible remote jobs that match your strengths and talents on Flexjobs. The best thing is that your hours are flexible and you don’t have to be tied down to one job unlike a traditional workplace. With more than 20,000 jobs to choose from, there’s bound to be something that fits your skills
2. Micro-tasks
If you have some time to kill, then performing micro-tasks can net you some money. Some of the tasks may include writing a blog post, writing an Instagram post, filtering certain words in a speech, and just about anything that can be done within a few hours or less.
You won’t earn much, but the money can accumulate over time. Besides, the work is easy and totally doable over your smartphone. One of the most popular micro-tasks websites is Amazon Mechanical Turk.
3. Transcribing
If your talents lie in hearing and writing, then transcribing may fit you well. The job entails listening to audio and converting it into text. Degrees or experience aren’t required. As long as you can type fast you should be good.
Some of the most popular projects for transcribers are transcribing podcasts, subtitles, and speeches. The job doesn’t pay much, but you’ll be able to earn more as you gain more experience. Here are some of the most popular sites that hire transcribers:
4. Virtual Assistant
Being a virtual assistant has all the benefits of a regular assistant except that you can work from home. As a virtual assistant, you will work for a company or a small business by setting up schedules, taking calls, and ensuring smooth day to day operations. One of the most popular sites that hire virtual assistants is vickyvirtual.com. You can also find work on UpWork and Craigslist.
5. Virtual travel agent
In the similar vein as virtual assistants, being a virtual travel agent requires helping people plan out their travel itinerary online.
If you enjoy helping people solve their travel logistics then this might be a great fit for you. Check out Nexion and Avoya Travel if you’re interested in working as a travel agent.
6. Researcher
If you have a knack for research, then becoming a researcher online can be lucrative. Big companies like GE and Staples often outsource their research needs to third parties, such as AskWonder.com, which is where most online researchers apply to work.
To successfully apply, you need to first pass a reading test and complete an assignment. Once you pass, you’ll receive $50 as compensation. You’ll then have the opportunity to work for clients such as Bloomberg and AARP.
7. SEO Optimization
Ranking first in Google can be highly lucrative for businesses, yet so many don’t have the expertise to do so. Even worse, many don’t really understand how SEO optimization work. That’s where you come in. If you have any experience with ranking on Google, you can get paid to help small businesses and large companies rank higher on search.
Depending on your experience and who you work for, this can be a very lucrative side hustle with earnings up to $5,000. Some of the best places to find work is Fiverr.com, UpWork, and FlexJobs.
8. SEO Consulting
Similar to helping businesses rank on Google, you can also work as an SEO consultant where you meet with businesses and discuss effective strategies to help rank better. This job requires research skills and the ability to understand how a business operates holistically. SEMrush.com is a popular site that hires SEO consultants.
9. Chat Agent
If you have experience with customer service, you can be hired to work as a chat agent. Your job entails talking with customers and helping them solve their pain points. Some of the most popular services that hire chat agents are The Chat Shop and Sitestaff. Make sure to do your due diligence before accepting a job as some companies will only pay you based on the duration of your call and not the quality.
10. PR Consulting
If you have experience working for a PR department, this might be a good chance to flex your PR muscles. Sites like UpWork is a great place to find work as a PR consultant for companies and businesses. Your schedule will be flexible and you can even set your own pay.
11. Recruitment consulting
Every company wants to hire the best worker, but it takes too much time to sift through the good from the bad. That’s where recruitment consultants come in. Your ability to read people and understand their talents can help companies decide who to hire.
This venture can also rake in a ton of money depending on your experience and expertise. Some of the best places to find a jobs as a recruitment consultant are UpWork, Fiverr.com, and FlexJobs.
12. Freelancing
If none of the above fit your talent and skills, there are plenty of freelancing jobs that you can find on UpWork. Do some basic research on what kind job you want. Then, post a convincing description about what you can offer to your clients.
Selling
- Affiliate Marketing (Amazon Associates)
One of the most well companies that allow regular people to earn money through affiliate marketing is Amazon. Amazon has a program called Amazon Associates where people can basically copy and paste product links and earn commission.
Basically, if people click and buy the product, you’ll earn a commission from that purchase. You can copy and paste links in virtually everywhere and anywhere, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or your personal website/blog. You can earn anywhere from $1 to $1,000 in affiliate commission.
2. Amazon Seller — Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA)
If you want a more hands on approach to making money online, then check out Amazon Seller. Amazon Seller is a program for people who want to start an online business selling their products on, you guessed it, Amazon.
If you are diligent and hard working, the reward can potentially be in the millions. There are a number of stories of successful Amazon Sellers who have made a fortune doing business on Amazon.
3. Dropshipping
If you have the marketing and selling chops, then dropshipping may suit you well. Dropshipping is one of the hottest ways for online entrepreneurs to make money right now. The way it works is like this: you act as the middle person between the customer and the supplier.
If a customer buys an item from you, then you get a commission from the sale and the rest goes to the supplier. If you work hard and use marketing tools effectively, you can earn up to six figures and more. The most popular way to start a dropshipping business is through Shopify.
Check out this free two hour course by Oberlo where they walk you through how to build your own online store on Shopify.
4. eBay
eBay is another great place to start selling your belongings and make some money. eBay is one of the oldest online auction websites today, but it’s still widely popular in the e-commerce space. eBay encourages people to sell as many random things as possible.
Their whole business model is based on an online garage sale with millions of customers scavenging for unique items. Of all the e-commerce websites, eBay is one of the easiest ways to make quick money thanks to its huge marketplace and customer reach.
5. Flip items
Flipping bought items can be a great way to earn some money. Basically, you buy items for less than what they’re worth, or at retail price, and sell them for a higher price.
Some of the most popular resold items are phones, laptops, furnitures, domain names, exercise equipments, shoes, and clothes. A great place to start selling flipped items are eBay, Instagram Shop, Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp, Craigslist, Poshmark, and LetGo.
Visit www.ThredUp.com to learn more about how the resale market turned from a niche market into a $25 billion industry.
6. Sell personal items
Selling stuff that you don’t use anymore can rake in a lot of money. I sold clothes that I stopped wearing years ago and netted $800 on a single day. If you need some help deciding which items to sell, ask yourself if you’ll need it in five years. If the answer is no, put it on your eBay listing. Here are other places that you can sell your items:
7. Sell domains
Businesses need to have a short and easy-to-remember domain name in order to stay competitive in today’s noisy world. That’s why buying and flipping domain names that you think will be expensive can turn into a lucrative business.
Flipping domain names can be challenging, but the rewards for your patience and hard work can make you thousands of dollars.
8. Sell on Etsy
If you have a talent for making cute keychains or handwritten letter or anything original and handmade, then consider selling on Etsy. Etsy is an online e-commerce website where people can sell homemade crafts and products to customers.
Think of it as the boutique shop equivalent to Amazon. You can sell a wide range of products on Etsy, including jewelry, bags, clothing, furniture, toys, and even art. Selling on Etsy is really easy since people come looking to buy original handmade products.
9. Sell your textbooks
Everyone has old textbooks that they don’t use anymore. Luckily, thanks to sites like BookScouter, you can now sell your textbooks for a good price. Depending on the year and condition of your textbook, you can make up to $30 to $50 or more for each textbooks.
10. Amazon trade-in
If you have old devices and junk lying around, you can sell them through the Amazon trade-in. this program lets you trade in items such as phones, kindles, video games, and more.
However, Amazon won’t give you cash and instead pay you with an Amazon gift card. It’s not much, but it’s still something.
11. Sell Unused Gift Cards
If you have some unused gift cards lying inside your wallet, you can exchange them for some cold hard cash. Websites like Raise lets you sell unused gift cards at a discount price. It might not be for the full price, but it’s better than nothing, right?
Investing + Negotiating
- Investing
If you have some cold cash lying around, now might be a good time to get into the stock market. Despite the dramatic volatility that the market saw this year, it’s likely that it’ll continue to perform better thanks to strong-performing blue chip stocks like Apple and Tesla.
To get started, you can open an investment account with Fidelity and Vanguard, two of the oldest and most reputable brokerage firms. If you’re new and want to test out the waters, I suggest opening an account with Robinhood. Robinhood is an apps-based investing brokerage that’s completely free to use.
2. Cryptocurrency Trader
Cryptocurrency is all the rage at the moment. If you’re knowledgeable about cryptocurrency and know how and when to buy it, you can make astronomical returns. However, because crypto is still in its infancy, it’s also highly volatile. Make sure to do your due diligence before buying any.
3. Save Money By Checking Bills
Sometimes, we can end up paying more for our bills without even realizing it. Thankfully, sites like Truebill can catch those bills and alert us to either switch to another service or cancel the subscription altogether. This can end up saving us hundreds of dollars every month. The catch is that Truebill takes a small percentage of the money you saved.
4. Switch to a High-Yield Savings Account
Every bank offers different interest rate for savings account. You can earn more from your savings simply by switching to an account that offers a better interest APY (Annual Percentage Yield). Some of the most popular banks with the highest interest APY are CIT Bank, Marcus by Goldman Sachs, and Vio Bank. Some of the factors you should look out for when choosing a savings account are APY, minimum deposit required, minimum balance required, and withdrawal options.
