by Keeley Andrushko

Created on: May 10, 2009   Last Updated: June 22, 2010

With the economy the way it is everyone is holding on to every penny. Making extra cash is't a hard thing to do; you just have to know how to do it. When people think about earning extra cash they always start thinking about a part time job. But a part time job isn't necessary to earn extra cash. I'm going give some tips and ideas on how you can earn extra cash easily.

Teach a hobbie- This is a great way to have fun at what you are doing. Plus your getting extra money. These hobbies can range from instruments to cooking to fixing up cars. The hobbies are endless. On average for teaching a hobbies you can make roughly $20.

Babysit - If you already have children this can really be handy. It really isn't that hard to take care of an extra kid or two. Plus if you have kids they will have play mates. This is a fun activity and your helping a friend. Money earned from babysitting can range from $5-$50 depending how long a day your doing it and how many children you are taking care of.

Sell Crafts- If you have a talent for making crafts sell them. Crafts can be a lot of fun. If you don't like crafting on your own invite friends to do it with you and start a little business. Some good craft ideas are making soap, bath fizzies, chap stick, candles, carvings, blankets, hair accessories, toys, and so much more. You can sell these at local stores or on www.etsy.com. Etsy is a site made just for selling crafts. Beauty crafts usually sell the fastest. Be creative and have fun.

Do Yard Work- Doing yard work is mostly a man thing but women can do it too. I know many people who hate doing lawn work so I know it's a great way to earn some extra cash. Below are a few examples.

1) Shovel snow

2) Weed gardens

3) Mow some lawns

4) Rake leaves

5) Pick up dog poop (definitely not fun but people will pay for someone to do it)

6) Water and help plant flowers

Do House Work- Doing house work or taking care of someones furry friends is a great way to earn some money. Below are a few examples.

1) Cat or plant sit

2) Clean windows

3) Paint

4) Walk dogs

5) Hem pants, sew on buttons, fix rips -if you are handy with a needle and thread.

6) Vacuum

7) Clean bathroom

8) Clean attic or basement

Sell Baked Goods- Sell to a local cafe if you have one in town.

Fix Up Cars- Such as putting in a navigation system if you are good with cars. If you aren't that good with cars you can vacuum them or wash them.

Fix Little Household Problems- Like fixing a leaking sink or patching up a crack in a wall. You can also paint for someone or fix a broken cabinet. These little problems range on forever leaving you plenty of jobs.

Put a Talent to Good Use- If you live in a really populated area you can try performing a talent for money. This only really works if you have a talent like singing, playing instruments, juggling, or drawing. Not much else really works for this.

Polish Shoes or Jewelry- Sterling silver needs to be polished to look it's best. And business men always need their shoes shined.

Sell home grown fruits, herbs, and vegetables- Selling home grown goods is a great way to earn extra money. Plus if you love gardening it is great fun. You can also make home made teas and sell them as well.

Do Someones Taxes- Everyone hates doing taxes. You probably do too but if you hate it imagine all the other people who do to. So doing peoples taxes can make good money.

These are just a few of the many things you can do for extra money. I really hope this helps with the quest for extra income.

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