How to Make Extra Cash in NYC
They say if you can make it in New York, you can make it anywhere. This holds true for making extra cash as well. You need to be street smart and creative with your moneymaking ideas. There are a ton of ways to do it, depending on your skills and how much money you are looking to make.
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Make handmade items. It is no coincidence that the fast-growing company Etsy, a website-based market for buying and selling handmade goods, is based in New York City. New Yorkers like to do things themselves. The abundance of artists and well-cultured consumers also makes the city an epicenter of handcrafted art. Take whatever artistic skill you have and use it to make money. Typical items on the site include unique T-shirts, handmade invitations, jewelry and paintings. If you can get a following on Etsy, consider approaching boutique shops in the city to sell your items.
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Rent out your apartment when you are out of town. Moderately priced hotel rooms will always be a rare commodity in NYC. If you don't mind having a stranger stay in your place, offer tourists a full apartment for less than the price of a hotel room. Make sure you are legally allowed to sublet under your rental agreement or request the landlord's permission. Companies that specialize in this service include New York Habitats. Craigslist is also an option.
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Get a part-time bartending or catering job. There is never a shortage of drinkers or eaters in New York City. If you know how to mix drinks, consider picking up a job as a bartender one or two nights a week. If you don't have any experience, you'll probably have to take a class and start out as a bar back. If you have serving experience, catering companies are always seeking talented food servers. GatheringGuide.com has a long list of companies on its site (See References).
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Be a nude model. Art schools use females and males of all shapes and sizes. Call institutions of higher learning to inquire about being put on their art modeling lists.
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House or pet sit. If you have an impeccable record of responsibility and good references, seek a part-time position as a sitter. List yourself with companies like SitterCity.com, which provides a database of available sitters in New York City.
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