How to Make a Few Extra Bucks

In these rough economic times everyone can use a few extra bucks. This article will give you a few ideas on how to make a quick extra buck

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Become a focus group participant:
   
   You can make a quick buck just telling other people what you think about their product. It can also be fun to test out new products and ideas.
   
   To be a part of a focus just use Craigslist, mark the "Etc." section and search for "Focus Group" in your area you should get plenty of results. Alternatively you can search for focus groups online, call them, and asked to be added to their database.

2. Sell your old stuff:
   
   Sell your old stuff on eBay or Craigslist. Your trash could be someone else's treasure. If you use Craigslist you can usually get a lot more if you offer to deliver it. You can also charge a delivery fee

3. Babysit:
   
   You are never to old to baby sit. You can put up fliers where there is a lot of foot traffic. Pet sitting can also be lucrative. Something as simple as walking someones dog daily can end up making you few hundred dollars a month

4. Tooter:
   
   If you excelled in a subject while you were at school why not tutor kids. Go to your local high school or college (whatever you feel comfortable with) and tell teachers or your special skills and let them know you want to tutor.

5. Be an egg or sperm donor:
   
   This is not for everyone, but if you don't morally object it is an easy way (especially for guys) to produce a little extra income.

6. Look in the classified section:
   
   There are many times odd jobs listed that you may have the skills for. These are nice because they are one time jobs that will pay.

Tips & Warnings

• Avoid Scams never pay to get paid.

Resources

• Craigslist