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How to Make Extra Money as a Single Mom

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By sdwriter68
eHow Contributing Writer
(2 Ratings)

There are many ways for a single mom to make extra money.
These are some suggestions to get you motivated.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Creativity
  • Willingness to learn new trades
  1. Step 1

    Choose an activity that you like and are capable of. Decide if the activity is profitable.

  2. Step 2

    Try to choose activities that do not rely on the extra expense of a babysitter. An example is writing or creating crafts from home. Another is face painting on the weekends. You can do these activities with your children.

  3. Step 3

    Get a business license. Advertise your business to anyone who will listen. Create a website for your side business. Work by contract only. Make sure you get a non-refundable deposit for your services. Network!

  4. Step 4

    Make sure that you do the work as promised and agreed. Not only is this ethical but will help you get future work!

Tips & Warnings
  • Make sure your child can behave well if taken on a gig.

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sdwriter68 said

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on 11/8/2008 Maybe, but wait until the real estate market calms down--too volatile right now!

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on 11/8/2008 Real Estate Investing is another great way!!

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