Money saving tips: 51 ways you could ‘make money quickly’
The cost of living crisis is driving many Britons to look for ways they could make extra cash.
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Supplementing one’s income is likely to be a key goal for many, regardless of where they are in life. Making extra money through a side hustle could be good for retirees looking to boost their income, or families with children who are feeling the pinch.
To assist Britons, HelpandAdvice.co.uk has shared a list of ways people could “make money quickly”, with the potential to do so around their existing job roles, or with minimal effort.
Sell stuff - People could make money by selling their unwanted items, and are encouraged to look around their house to see what they could sell.
Recycle old mobile phones - If someone has an old device they do not use, they could be paid per phone. Recycling companies such as Mazuma or Envirofone could help.
Become a ‘Clickworker’ - Completing online tasks could be a good way to make money, and people can often pick the tasks which suit them.
Cashback - Individuals could get extra money back when shopping online through a cashback website. They will usually be paid a percentage of the amount they spend.
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Sell unused gift cards - This can be done through online platforms which offer a percentage of the face value of the gift card.
Start a website - This can be a good way to generate passive income as websites can be monetised. For example, Britons could start a blog, or an e-commerce store.
Online course - Those who have good knowledge about a specific topic could create an online course and sell it to people across the world.
Paid surveys - A popular way to make money from home, most paid survey sites will offer pay in cash or vouchers.
Reviews - People can make money by reviewing websites and apps, with the potential to make £10 to £15 per review.
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‘Get Paid To’ websites - These websites ask people to complete certain tasks such as clicking on adverts, watching videos or taking surveys.
Odd jobs - People could make money by doing odd jobs for people in their local area.
Delivery - Those who are fit and healthy, and willing to do a lot of walking or cycling could make money by becoming a delivery driver.
Research studies - If people want to give their opinion on various topics, they could make some extra cash by taking part in research studies.
Reviewing music - Certain companies allow Britons to make money by reviewing music, which can be good for those who like listening and can be completed on the go.
Car boot sale - A traditional way to make extra cash, it could be great for those already looking to declutter.
Arts and crafts - Britons who have a creative eye and like to make products could sell them online through platforms like Etsy.
Selling photos - Budding photographers could make extra cash by selling copies of the pictures they have taken. Individuals will typically be paid a percentage of the sale price on online platforms.
Focus groups - People can partake in numerous focus groups every day, and will typically be paid a fee.
Mystery shopping - Platforms such as SecretShopper allow people to take part in mystery shopping, reviewing and measuring customer service to make a fee.
Online surveys - Surveys do not have to take up much of a person’s time, but they could collect a small payment for each one they complete.
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Renting out a spare room - Those with a spare room or a second home could rent this out. Furthermore, the Rent a Room scheme from the Government allows landlords and live-in landlords to earn £7,500 of tax free income by letting out a spare room in their property.
Virtual assistant - A perfect opportunity for those good at admin tasks, individuals could be paid an hourly rate and fit this around their existing job.
TV or Film extras - People could sign up to be an extra if they enjoy being on camera, and earn around £60 to £100 for each job.
Renting out a parking space - Individuals could rent out their unused parking space or garage to provide a guaranteed income.
Other tips which could make Britons money include:
- Publish a Kindle eBook
- Affiliate Marketing
- P2P Lending
- Disney Vaulting
- Gigs on Fiverr
- Sell course notes
- Sell second-hand textbooks
- Enter competitions
- Buy and sell domain names
- Medical trials - proceed with caution.
- Rent out a home for filming
- Sell old games or films
- Do other people’s chores
- Become a tutor
- Podcasting
- Babysitting
- Dog Walking and Dogsitting
- Paid-to-walk apps
- Charity fundraising
- Become a freelancer
- Sell old clothes
- Sell personal stories and videos
- Create YouTube videos
- Watch videos online
- Find property for investors
- Become a freelance writer