If your budget is stretched as far as it will go, it may be time to find some hidden income. With people losing their jobs, receiving a cut in pay, or a cut in hours, it may be time to think about where to find potential hidden money.
Rent an extra room – If you have an extra room, basement, or attic that is suitable to live in, it may net you some much needed extra income. Figure out your best potential roommate, and lay down the ground rules from the beginning to have a successful roommate relationship that doesn’t go sour. Check with your family and friends to find out if anyone is in need of renting a room. I probably wouldn’t rent to a complete stranger at all, due to safety reasons.
Sell your old stuff on Ebay or Amazon - Often times I have items around the house that are nearly new or in excellent condition that might provide some extra cash. Check around and you may find a DVD, book, or CD that you haven’t watched, read, or listened to in ages and might bring in a few extra dollars.
Have a talent or skill – Do you have a talent or skill where you can get paid to do the work? Perhaps you are a great cook or bake really well and can cater someone’s party or bake homemade cookies, cupcakes, or cake.
Clean house - This doesn’t take any special talent, but does require the willingness to get down and dirty and clean someone elses house. While it isn’t hard, and may not always be the most enjoyable, when times are tough and the money is tight, anything will help.
Sell your garden – Don’t sell the garden itself of course, but the produce you reap from the garden. Is your tomato crop going crazy or are the squash and zucchini coming out of your ears. We grow a good amount of herbs and these can be incredibly expensive at the grocery store. Find out who the cooks are in your family and see if they would be interested in purchasing your harvest instead. Pass the word on to family and friends that you have produce or herbs available for sale.
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