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Do you want to find a side hustle to make more money and reach your goals?
Feel like you don’t make enough at your regular job to be where you want to be?
My husband and I have been working side jobs for a few years now. Bringing in this extra side money has helped us reach so many goals!
We have been able to pay off our mortgage, buy an off road vehicle, buy a new to me car, and build our savings account.
Having a side job has been the biggest game changer for us.
I want you to have the same success, or even better! Check out these side hustle ideas to find the perfect job to bring in extra money.
43 Side Hustle Ideas to Make More Money
You can also make extra money by using free cash back apps when you shop! I love to cash out and send my money to PayPal!
Use the free Ibotta app to get cash back on things like groceries, travel, and mobile purchases. You can get the app for free and get $5 when you upload your first receipt!
And use Ebates when you shop online to get cash back. I love having the browser extension, that alerts me when I’m on a site that offers cash back. Sign up for Ebates here and get a $10 welcome bonus!
1. Make and sell crafts on Etsy.
If you love to be crafty, make a side job out of it! Check out the best craft business books here to get started.
Check out: Etsy Excellence: The Simple Guide to Creating a Thriving Etsy Business
2. Make and sell crafts at local craft fairs.
Try jewelry, art work, pottery, rustic décor, sewing crafts, homemade candles. Think outside the box!
Related Post: 115+ Craft Ideas to Make and Sell
3. Re purpose furniture and sell at local markets, in Facebook groups, or on Craigslist.
4. Babysit for friends and family.
5. Start an in home daycare.
Search for rules and regulations first! Check out this affordable book to get started.
6. Dog Sit
Use a site like Rover to advertise.
7. House sit for friends and family when they go out of town.
I have a few friends that do this and make really good money for little work!
8. Clean houses for busy moms or elderly friends/family.
This could be a great job to work in your spare time. You may get regular clients, too.
9. Walk dogs for busy fur-baby parents in the neighborhood.
People that work long hours want their dog to be taken care of! Offer to walk dogs regularly for a set rate per walk.
10. Run errands for elderly or busy neighbors.
Offer to run errands for extra cash. You can do this while you do your own errands!
11. Cook freezer meals for busy families.
Related Post: Freezer Cooking for 2: 21 Meals in 1 Hour
12. Build things out of free pallet wood and sell at local fairs or online groups.
Search Pinterest for ideas!
13. Start a blog.
Blogging has become my favorite job ever! I now work from home and for myself and blogging provides a great income.
It takes a while to gain momentum, but the earning potential is limitless!
Learn more about blogging and how to start your own blog for only $3.95 per month here.
14. Do home renovation projects or repairs for less-than-handy friends.
This is something we have done a lot of. If you are handy, you can make a lot of money doing small renovations or home repairs!
15. Plant flowers and put out mulch for people in your community that don’t have the time or patience.
Do you have a green thumb? Offer to do landscaping jobs in your area to make some extra cash.
16. Mow yards.
So many people don’t want to or don’t have the time to mow their own yard. If you have the tools and know how, you could make some extra cash mowing yards.
Check out this cheap book to get started making money mowing yards.
17. Deliver newspapers for your local carrier.
If you have free time early in the morning, you could deliver newspapers for extra money. Contact your local newspaper carrier for information.
18. Sell items on Ebay or Amazon.
You can clean out your home and sell things you own but don’t need. Or, you could make a business out of this by buying cheap items and selling them for more on eBay or Amazon.
Check out: How to Start an Ebay Business for Dummies
19. Buy homes and rent them out.
Have some money to invest? Buy a home to rent out. This will make you more money long term than it will right away, but may be something to look into! Check out this super cheap book to learn more.
20. Flip houses for profit.
This is something my brother in law does really well and we are interested in doing one day.
Check out: Flip: How to Find, Fix, and Sell Houses for Profit
21. Write an ebook.
If you have an online presence, you can add an ebook to your offerings to make more money. Don’t have a blog or website? No worries – you can still write and sell ebooks!
Check out this super affordable book to get started.
22. Tutor school students.
Are you a teacher or do you have training or knowledge to tutor people? Offer classes to tutor students in your area.
23. Give musical lessons.
Do you love to play music and teach others your skills? Offer musical lessons to bring in some extra money!
24. Sign up to drive with Uber or Lyft.
If you live near a big town, you could try driving with Uber or Lyft to make extra money.
25. Join a direct sale company.
There are SO MANY direct sale companies out there you can join. Just make sure you really love and believe in whatever you are selling. And check into the startup costs before you spend your money!
26. Start a photography business.
Do you love taking photos and do you have a nice camera? You could start a photography business! Offer to do a few sessions for friends and family for free to build up your portfolio before advertising.
Check out: Start a Successful Photography Business in 34 Days
27. Offer calligraphy services.
If you have great handwriting, address wedding invitations with a calligraphy pen for brides.
28. Sell commissioned art work or paint nursery walls for expecting parents.
Do you love to paint? Try selling artwork or commissioned art!
29. Become a fitness instructor at a local gym.
Love working out and helping others get in shape? Check out your local gym and ask about becoming a fitness instructor in your free time! Check out this super cheap book to learn more!
30. Sell produce from your garden at a local farmer’s market.
This is something I would love to do one day when I have a bigger garden. If you love to garden, consider selling your produce, flowers, or other items at a farmer’s market.
31. Flipping and Fixing Cars
My husband does this a lot for side money. If you are great at working on cars, offer your services to fix cars. Or you can buy a car that needs work, do the work, and sell it for more money.
32. Tractor Work
This is another side job my husband does. We saved up to buy a tractor to work on our own land, but he has used it to make extra money, too.
33. Hauling Junk
We have hauled off construction material, trees, old appliances, and other things for people. If you have a truck, you may be able to make some side money doing this.
34. Become a bookkeeper.
If you are great with finances and spreadsheets, you could become a virtual bookkeeper. Check out this book to learn more.
35. Get hired as a virtual assistant.
A lot of bloggers need assistance, and look for virtual assistants to help them with a handful of tasks.
Check out: Become A Successful Virtual Assistant: Learn the Business Side & Ditch 9 to 5
36. Sell services on Fiverr.
If you take great photos, or have other useful skills, check out Fiverr.
37. Teach kids English through VIP Kids
Love to teach, but don’t want to leave your home? Consider teaching online through VIP Kid. Teachers earn $14-$22/hour. VIPKid is the #1 company for remote jobs by Forbes. Learn more and apply here.
38. Become a proofreader.
Great at grammar? Become a professional proofreader.
Check out: How to Start a Proofreading Business: Be Your Own Boss, Have More Freedom, and Make Good Money
39. Sell items on Ebay.
This is a great book to get you started.
40. Rent your home on Airbnb.
Do you travel often? You could rent your home out on Airbnb to make some extra money!
41. Stay home and rent your car out on Turo.
Just like you can rent your home, you can also rent your car! Check out Turo.
42. Swagbucks
Swagbucks is a website that allows you to earn Swagbucks that can be redeemed for gift cards. By watching short videos, answering surveys, and other quick tasks. You won’t earn a ton of money, but every dollar helps! Check it out here.
43. Sell stuff on Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, or the OfferUp app.
Gather up things you no longer need and sell them. Declutter every few months and enjoy the extra cash.
Related Post: 77 Things to Declutter & Sell for Extra Money
Ok, there you have it! My 43 best side hustle ideas to make more money!
When you make side money, be sure to put that money aside to reach your goals. Whether you want to get out of debt, pay cash for a car or vacation, or just increase your savings – make sure your side money goes towards that.
Working a side job will keep you busy, but it will help you reach your goals much faster!
So, which of these side hustle ideas are you going to try first?
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