Things You'll Need:
- Persistence, basic computer skills, digital camera, email address
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Step 1
Find items around your house that are of value to other people. Gather these items and take pictures of them. Upload them to your computer and save them in a file.
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Step 2
Create an account on eBay and put some items up for sale. Upload pictures of the items and provide a detailed description of each item you are listing. Once someone purchases an item you get paid.
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Step 3
Gather items around your home hat you feel some people in your community could use. For example, if you live in beach community this could be a good way to get rid of swim fins, boogie boards, snorkeling equipment, etc. Take pictures of these items as well and upload them to your computer.
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Step 4
Create an account with Craigslist and list your items for sale in your local Craigslist city along with a photo of the item. When someone contacts you to purchase the items you get paid.
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Step 5
Make paper photocopies of items for sale that you think those in your community may want. Place contact information, a picture of the item and details of the item. Place the copies in the local grocery store, post office or any where foot traffic is heavy. Of course you will need to get permission first to put them up.
