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Inside: When you need $1,000 fast, start thinking outside the box for ways to bring in an extra $1,000. Here are 19 brilliant ideas to earn extra money.
A large car repair. Medical bill from a year ago. Underpayment notice from the IRS.
Unexpected expenses that threaten to wipe out the little cash in savings makes the need for a quick $1,000 feel overwhelming.
Panic starts to set in. Do I call my dad to rescue me?
$1,000 scraped together quickly can crush a couple small debts and start the snowball rolling.
Fund a baby emergency fund that gives you a buffer between life and a bone dry bank account.
Jumpstart the motivation to save for a big purchase item.
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Work extra hours or pick up more shifts
Anytime I’ve needed money quickly to pay for an unexpected expense, as an independent contract interpreter, I’d work extra. Picking up hospital jobs at 4am or an all day Saturday conference.
See if you can pick up another shift or some overtime.
2. Sell things you don’t use
Go through your house and start selling things you don’t use. The cd tower bookshelf for $9. A box of yarn for $30. Stools picked up near the dumpster after someone moved for $20.
Offer Up, Craigslist, eBay and Facebook Marketplace are popular places to sell things from around your home for a quick buck or $20.
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3. Set up automatic withdraws to savings
Set up an automatic transfer to go into savings. That way you make sure you have the money designated for savings. And out of sight... out of mind!
4. Slash your budget
One of the first places I’ll look for extra money is my budget and start slashing unnecessary expenses. Clothes is often the first expense to get dropped.
Not sure how to set up a budget that’s easy to stick to each month? Check out my class 7 Simple Steps To Make An Easy Monthly Budget
5. Do a no spend month
You can go all in. Not spending money on anything above the scorched earth basics. Or you can do a no spend month on eating out, getting your nails done, or a venti caramel frappuccino.
Take the money you would have spent and pile it up to help you get to a $1,000 as fast as you can.
Download the free Side Hustle Idea worksheet to start brainstorming ideas here.
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6. Donate plasma
One reader said she could earn $350 with 6 donations. You can also sell blood or other bodily fluids.
7. Make crafts and sell them in person, on Facebook Marketplace or on Esty
Related: How to Make Money and Be Successful Selling on Etsy
8. Sell baked goods at set price per dozen
Those baking skills aren’t just for Christmas time, put them to use and make some goodies you can take to the office or around your neighborhood to sell.
9. Cut your grocery spending by a third
Now’s a great time to clean out your pantry and freezer. Make a large pot of soup or casserole that you can eat off for several days, using inexpensive ingredients. Only buy the perishables and fresh produce you need.
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10. Hit up the thrift store, garage sales, or flea markets and buy things you can quickly flip for a profit
How to Make Money by Flipping Creative Items for Profit
I have friends who make their entire living (well over 100k) flipping items people are selling at the flea market. You can get their book 5 ways to Get free items to resell for profit here.
Download the free Side Hustle Idea worksheet to start brainstorming ideas here.
11. Get a second job
Several years ago, I was feeling stuck. No matter how hard I tried to save, my bank account didn’t grow.
I got a part time job at a call center and was amazed at how this income really busted up my savings jam over the next 9 months. Look for a job that will work around your current schedule. Even if it’s delivering pizzas a couple nights a week.
Related: 14 Powerful reasons a second job will explode your money
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12. Earn cash back from shopping online.
You can earn money anytime you make purchases online with Rakuten Ebates. Why not get some cash back from doing your normal online shopping. And you get $10 to start with when you sign up through my link.
13. Walk the neighborhood dogs
Many people are busy and can’t always take their dogs on a walk. If you have extra time and love dogs, ask your neighbors about walking their dogs.
Make a package deal and add in giving the dog a bath or picking up poop for an extra fee.
14. Offer to do lawn care/maintenance.
Again, this is a job that a lot of people don’t like doing. Which means it’s a great opportunity for you to earn some quick cash.
15. Start house sitting for friends and family
I house sat a lot through college and it was a great way to earn some extra money, plus it felt like a mini-vacation. Ask around at church or with friends to get started. Then ask for referrals.
16. Start a gig or two or three on Fiverr
You can earn money with all kinds of gigs on Fiverr, from website work to photoshopping images to sending someone an envelope full of confetti, or singing happy birthday to someone, and so much more.
If you can’t find something to do on Fiverr to make some extra money, there’s a problem.
Related: How to Make Easy Money on Fiverr: Tips From an Expert
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17. Look for additional income opportunities at your current place of employment
Ask for a raise or apply for a different position within your company.
18. Adjust your tax withholdings
Do you normally get a large tax refund in April? Talk to HR to get your withholdings adjusted so you aren’t giving the government an interest free loan and you can have more money in your check each month.
Related: 35 ways to give yourself a raise
19. Look at your areas of expertise
What seems obvious and basic to you, is mindblowing to someone else who doesn’t have the same skills as you do. Start charging for your knowledge and teach someone else how to do the same. Or do it for them.
There are so many ideas and ways to bring in an extra $1,000 in a month.
Think outside the box. You might enjoy Michelle’s post on 75 ways to make extra income.
Find a problem someone else has, figure out a solution for their problem, and charge for it.
Coming up with an extra $1,000/month takes some time, creative ideas and a willingness to make someone else’s life easier and better.
But it most certainly can be done! Use one of these ideas, or stack several to help you come up with extra money that you can use to pay off debt or build up your savings.
There’s nothing wrong with working hard and earning extra money so you can clean up your debt and start making serious progress on saving money.
Click here to download your side hustle idea worksheet and start brainstorming how you can earn an extra $1,000/month
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Hi! I’m Charissa. I’m on a mission to help hardworking women overcome money struggles and gain financial peace with a Biblical perspective so they can have the freedom to impact their families and communities. Ready to make some changes that will impact your finances in 2020? Click here to get a free worksheet to help you make it happen!
