Now that Tax Season is almost (kinda) over, I wanted to report on some of the neatest things I noted as we prepared returns for clients this year. Honestly, the way sharp folks found to make money in the unprecedented world of social distancing and a pandemic is nothing short of amazing, and I wanted to share them, especially if you’ve been a little stuck regarding income, career, and full-time work.
Even if you never taught school a day in your life, I’ve known many people using tutoring to make ends meet. It might be daycare-level teaching, or college level, but the simple fact is this: students need help because the schools aren’t giving it to them. I’ve seen rates from $15/hour all the way to $80/hour this last year, depending on many factors, but there’s more work than ever as the institution of school has fundamentally changed. The best part? Technology allows you to do this virtually, so there is little added expense for commuting.
I was surprised at how many people did so well selling other items. Now, some did this by hauling off unwanted items, some did it by cleaning their own house and attic. Either way, it’s put money in their hands and made things better for the people who were tidying up their homes and yards. Maybe you’re looking at this in terms of scrap metal, or junk removal, or simply cleaning out other people’s houses and garages. The end result is delighted people. Period.
Another unique – and surprising – thing we noticed this year was home rentals. Second, homes which might usually have been AirBNB rentals were being rented for longer periods and often directly by the owner with no middleman handling the exchange. It seems weird, but I think the real reason is simple: whole families were home and/or working remotely, so they opted to take a longer vacation in places they considered safer.
Of all the fun gigs I realized, though, my favorite is still dog walking. I’ve mentioned this before, but I once met a woman who earned over $100,000 annually walking other people’s pets. With so much emphasis placed on social distancing and keeping those at risk out of harm’s way, folks who are looking to get exercise and get some extra money can turn a tidy profit with Fido in tow.
These are some easy ways to create more income, so put on your thinking cap and get busy!
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