Spring is finally in the air.
After an unusually rough winter the sun is out and it’s finally starting warm up. This change has not only put me in a better mood but it’s made me want to go out and do something fun.
So instead of blowing my budget once again I figured it was much better to look for ways to earn some extra cash.
If you’re itching to pad your bank account or take a little trip this spring here are three ways you can earn some extra cash.
Sell Your Clutter
Every time the sun comes out I open up the blinds and get the urge to clean. And with two preschool aged kids cleaning is a constant chore.
I have a “get rid of” pile in my house where I continually add things I no longer want or need. And now that this pile has amassed to something pretty big it’s time to get rid of everything.
I’ve considered having a traditional yard sale but I actually prefer trying to get rid of my things online first. Here are some alternatives to a regular yard sale:
- List and sell on Facebook Yard Sales
- Sell on a local marketplace similar to Quicksales
- List larger items on Craigslist
- Donate whatever I can’t sell
I think I can probably earn at least $200 – $300 by selling all the stuff in my “get rid of” pile.
Sell Other Peoples Stuff for Them
I had tested out a commission based selling side hustle a couple years ago. My Dad and brothers are pretty much internet impaired. They don’t know how to use Facebook, how to list anything on Craigslist, and don’t want to deal with potential buyers. Therefore I came up with a solution to their problems: I would list and sell their items for a commission. And when I stuck with it, it worked really well!
If you enjoy selling items online and are good at it find someone who could use your services. Agree upon a percentage of the sale price that you will take and get to selling.
This idea could turn into a nice little side hustle!
Do Yard Work for Others
The past couple of days have been so nice here and I just want to spend every single second outside. If you’re wanting to spend all of your time outside consider doing yard work for others.
Find someone who doesn’t have the time or ability to work on their own lawn. You can clean up the yard by picking up sticks, pull any weeds coming up, and mow.
You can enjoy the outdoors, work on your tan, and add some money to your pocket!
Other Ideas
Ideas are limitless. There are so many different types of things you can do to earn some extra money this spring.
- Walk Dogs
- Wash Cars
- Clean Houses
- Rent Your Hose to Travelers
- Babysit
Make it fun. Pick something you enjoy and get to work!
Will you do anything to earn extra cash this spring?
Photo Credit: Phanlop88
I made quite a bit of money mowing grass one summer as I thought I was going to be laid off. If you have desire, determination and ambition, anything is possible.
I’m sticking to my online income, but I plan on ‘making’ money by doing some yard projects instead of hiring it out to contractors. Hopefully it’s worth the hassle! I think there are plenty of people who are willing to shell out some money for some yard work, particularly stuff like cutting down trees or clearing gutters. Just be sure to check your insurance before taking on a particularly risky side hustle.
I am sooooooooooo ready to have a garage sale. I have about ten boxes of stuff ready to go- just waiting for it to warm up a little!~ =)
I posted a book on Amazon and it sold in less than 24 hrs! I’ll never look at books the same again!
A much better idea then pulling out the credit card! 🙂
~ Christie
I’ve heard of some people picking up dog poop as a business.
I’m trying to declutter by selling more and more of my junk through eBay.
I also have been putting off my yardwork, but I’m going to have to jump into it some time soon before my yard gets overtaken 🙂 No time to work on other yards for me!
I’ve learned that I’m truly terrible at selling my stuff online. The effort, fees, and costs have not been worth the return. I think if I had more valuable items to sell it might be helpful.
I’ve really liked your blog for a while but i have to say i don’t like it as much lately. This is just an honest opinion no offense intended. I like it when you talked your finances and goals and your blog goals. Lately your posts just haven’t interested me as much and also you post not as often. But i think it’s more of a preference thing on what I like to read about and not on the quality of the blog and what you write about. I understand though it’s your life and your blog and you are busy i get that! so again no offense intended. 🙂
There are plenty of opportunities for those who are looking to earn extra cash online,
but it’s unfortunate that not all these opportunities are legitimate.
In other words, once you have set up your business it is enough if you do minimal
work for it to carry on generating money for you.
Once again, you may not get rich by doing the
surveys, but sometimes it is nice just to see money coming in that can help.