Many online money-making ideas and platforms have trended over the years. Popular among them are the get-rich-quick money-making schemes that promise you wealth in a matter of minutes.
If you have been actively on the lookout for money making ideas, you already know that if it sounds too good to be true, then it most likely isn’t genuine.
However, does this mean there aren’t genuine and tried and true ways to make money outside your 9 to 5 job? Absolutely not.
There are several ideas you can try out to add extra dollars to your wallet. The beautiful thing about these money making ideas is that they are pretty simple.
So, you may not have to worry about having specialized skills before you can do them. Let’s quickly start by taking a look at some of them.
#1.Clean out your closet
Are you wondering how to dispose of clothes you no longer wear so that you can create space in your wardrobe for new ones? Perhaps you’re considering creating a more minimalist wardrobe.
What if I tell you that you can make money while decluttering your wardrobe space?
Let’s look at some of the ways you can maximize the disposal of the some of the clothes you are done with or may have price tags still on them and you’re wondering why you purchased the item in the first place.
Poshmark is an online marketplace website where you can sell your used clothing items to people who want to buy them.
In addition to new and used clothing, you’re able to sell jewelry, household items, makeup, and more. I’ve even sold a Harley motorcycle replica that was a telephone.
There are a number of platforms and apps you can use to sell clothes your new and used clothes. However, Poshmark stands out amongst them because it is quite easy for a user to navigate.
All you have to do is download the app, take a snapshot of the item you want to sell, fill out a description form and list it for sale. This can all be done from the comfort of your home.
The Poshmark app also gives you tips that can help in ensuring your item is sold fast.
Such tips could be how to take better pictures of the items so that it can attract a buyer faster or offering a discount when a buyer purchases two or more items, known as bundling.
There is a small percentage commission from the company for taking care of the shipping.
You can also sell your used clothing stuff through Thredup, Craigslist, eBay or even a garage sale. However, Poshmark seems to be the most user-friendly platform amongst so many.
#2.Clean Houses
Yes! You read that correctly. People pay others to clean their houses. This could be because they do not have the time to do it themselves or they may not be physically able to clean their home.
Maybe you lack specific talents but you are a hard worker. Or maybe you simply like to clean. This is a money making idea that could bring in some instant cash.
Though house cleaning does not require special skills, it also isn’t for the lazy. Depending on the ‘dirt factor’ of the home, be prepared to roll up your sleeves, sweat a bit, and get the grit out.
Recently, a friend here in L.A. had her home cleaned. The initial cost was $200 for two hours and two individuals arrived to do the job. Follow up visits were billed at $120 for two hours.
Depending on how many clients you have, you can make a decent income from cleaning houses.
#3.Become a pet sitter/walker
Pets are quite common in most homes. A survey conducted by American pet products Association is quite revealing. The survey shows that sixty seven percent of the households in America have pets and a large chunk of that percentage are dog owners.
Looking for a great way to make money while keeping fit at the same time? Dog walking is a good way to do both. In cities, the demand for dog walkers is increasing daily.
Many people got pets during the quarantine ockdown. Now that offices and businesses are opening up once more, many people may not have the time to exercise their pets.
On average, a dog walker makes between $10-$15 for a dog per hour. Now imagine you walk 4 dogs at a time in an hour, you will be making between $40-$60 dollars an hour on an average.
There are also other aspects of the job that may pose a hazard if not properly putting into consideration. Before you get overly excited with the amount of money you can make from this, also take out time to calculate the potential risks and downsides before starting.
#4. Join focus groups or take paid surveys
A focus group is a group people who provide companies insight into the opinion of the consumers for their products.
This is usually conducted with a set of people within a particular locality through a planned and structured discussion.
In focus groups, participants share their thoughts and opinions in a relaxed manner. Companies tend to value this feedback and are willing to pay for it.
As for paid surveys, they won’t make you rich. This is where many people get disappointed because their expectations are cut short.
Surveys may not pay so much and sometimes, you may have to take several surveys to make a reasonable income. But surveys can be an easy way to earn money in your spare time.
Many companies hire branded survey companies in order to find out how consumers feel about their products. Survey takers are then paid for their feedback. On average, surveys pay between $0.50-$3.00.
If you need quick cash to settle those bills, surveys may not be the ideal method. However, you can slowly accumulate money over time to accumulate a significant amount of cash.
#5. Get paid to lose weight
Using weight for most people is not an easy task. I have been there before so I know it’s pretty hard to lose those extra pounds.
But if the promise of a reward or losing money when you don’t meet up motivates you, then you can shed those extra pounds.
Some sites like DietBet and HealthyWage use reward and weight loss incentives to motivate their users to actualize their weight loss goals.
When you sign up on any of these sites, you will place a bet based on your goal. Once you are able to reach that goal, you get paid.
On the other hand, if you don’t reach your weight loss goal, you stand to lose the initial money you committed.
#6. Become a Virtual Assistant
Most businesses have loads of work. A large number of such businesses may not have what it takes to hire full-time employees for every work task they need to accomplish.
Businesses may outsource such tasks to “virtual assistants” who get these jobs and tasks done for a fee.
Virtual assistants work remotely providing online support to companies and businesses.
As a virtual assistant, all you need to have is a strong internet connection and you can carry out your functions from any part of the world.
There are a thousand and one jobs a virtual assistant can do, from managing a social media account to responding to emails and answering phone calls. The list is limitless.
#7. Sell your photos online
Do you have a knack for taking pictures?
Do your friends always single you out to capture those rare moments whenever you go out?
Selling photos online may be a good way to make some money from what you love doing.
You don’t have to be a professional to make money from taking photos. You can sell some of your images as stock photos and make some money.
Platforms like Eyestock, Getty Images, and Shutterstock are good places to make such sales. The process is quite simple. Upload your images on these sites and get paid each time they are sold.
#8. Create a YouTube Channel
YouTube has proven to be another cool way of making passive income with little or no skill.
Simply upload videos you feel people would love seeing on your channel. Once you have up to 1000 subscribers and 4000 watch hours, you can monetize your channel and get paid.
Another way you can make money through YouTube is by uploading sponsored videos on your channels.
Brands pay a good sum to have their videos reach their audience.
Conclusion
There are other easy money-making ideas out there that can help you earn income on the side in addition to the ones listed here. However, you can start with these and work your way up.
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