These days, most of us could use a bit of a financial boost. This year, businesses have taken a huge hit. That means so many hardworking families are struggling just to make ends meet.
Luckily, there are a lot of inventive ways to make money. The internet offers so many options when it comes to working from home, too. But not all of them are legit, and others are way too time-consuming for busy moms to really benefit from.
If you're looking for a side gig, though, you may not have to look too far or even apply to jobs. You can earn a bit of extra cash just by opting into one of these sites. You can use your crafts to earn income, sell used items, or even teach.
Like the saying goes, "Don't work harder, work smarter!"
1. Answer Surveys Online
One of the simplest ways to make money online is by taking surveys to advise brands. Our favorite is the MomLife Panel, which allows parents to opt into specific discussion forums tailored around topics that matter to you (such as Dealing with Kids and Aging Parents; Kids’ Mental Health and Self-Esteem, Food, Health and Wellness; Latina Moms; LGBTQ+ Families; Military Families; Moms and Money; Moms' Self-care, etc).
Through it all, you'll find links inviting you into fun, exciting research opportunities (from surveys to video focus groups to online journal projects and more) where you will earn money for your time. The amount of money you will be able to earn will depend on the opportunity — from a couple of dollars per survey to $100 or more for video interviews or diary projects.
2. Sell Vintage or Handmade Items on Etsy
Etsy is one of the absolute best sites to look into for moms looking to boost their overall incomes. Not only is Etsy a super-popular site, it's known for its unique and beautiful products. Moms who are crafty can list their handmade items for sale. But if you aren't crafty, you can sell your vintage items.
3. Sell Used Items on Poshmark
Another quality site that's become increasingly popular is Poshmark. It's an awesome space that lets you sell gently used items. That could be useful for just about anyone. After all, most of us have stuff lying around that we never use. But moms especially know that game! From clothes to toys, we're always trying to clean up and out!
4. Set Up an eBay Store
Ebay has been around for a long time now. But it's still one of the most popular sites to shop. That's because you can score great deals. But you can also earn a ton of money by creating your own store, listing your items, and shipping them. If you have items that might be pretty valuable, eBay is a great option, because people can bid on your items. You might make a bundle!
5. Unload Old Textbooks on Bookscouter
Textbooks can be extremely costly. That's why buying textbooks used is pretty much a must, especially for college students who have to buy a bunch at one time. But if you have old textbooks just sitting around gathering dust, you might want to look into off-loading them and getting some of the money back that you paid. Bookscouter is the perfect website to sell your old books on.
6. Teach English on VIPKid
Did you know that you don't have to speak another language in order to teach English? Most of teaching English is just carrying on conversations in English! If you have a great personality and don't mind being onscreen, you could become an English tutor using the site VIPKid. It's top-rated, and teachers can earn a great income or just supplement their income with it.
7. Share Your Skills on YouTube
YouTube may be a free site to use, but did you know that the makers of popular videos earn a ton of money? You don't have to be an internet celebrity to earn those dollars, either. As long as you have a skill to share, your videos can gain traction. It could be teaching beginner guitar or teaching someone how to iron a blouse correctly! If there's something you're good at, sharing those skills can end up earning you money by uploading videos to YouTube. If your videos do well, advertising will be added to them, which can end up making you a ton of money just for doing the things you already know how to do.
8. Sell Your Gently Used Clothes on ThredUP
ThredUP has a reputation for selling some of the cutest items. It's also a favorite site of moms, not just for buying but for selling. You can sell just about any kind of clothing items on the site, but if you have quality brands, you could make a pretty penny! Plus, selling your items rather than trashing them is better for the planet.
It's a win-win!
