Want to know how to make money from home?
Every day, I get emails from readers who ask the following questions:
“I am a stay-at-home mom and have to take care of my family, but I am not sure what I can do to earn money.”
“Earning money from home is my dream, but I don’t know what I can do. I want to learn, but I am confused about which way to go.” This is the most common dilemma for any work-from-home job seeker or someone who wants to make money online.
There are so many services or skills that businesses want, but there are many people who don’t have any idea how to earn money online.
Today I am sharing some unique and easy ways to make money from home at every skill level. Whether your goal is to earn extra money or start a profitable business from home, you will find all of them here.
50 Real Ways to Make Money from Home
Here are different ways to make money from home with expected pay and time to monetize. I hope this helps you find something soon.
#1. Online Surveys & Apps
Though survey sites get a bad rap, I myself have earned a good side income from them. I never recommend that you do surveys alone and expect a full-time income. They are just side earners, but they come in handy if you find the right ones. There are apps that let you earn some spare cash just to download and run them in the background.
#1a. Swagbucks
Swagbucks is the most trusted survey site that gives you a chance to do a lot more things than just surveys. Watching videos alone can earn you around $90 a month. The $5 sign-up bonus is an added perk!
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#1b. Pinecone Research
With an A+ rating on BBB, Pinecone Research is the top choice for many survey takers for two reasons. The pay per survey is mostly $3, and you can cash out through PayPal or check. There are also many popular gift cards if you don’t want cash. Sign up here and start earning with Pinecone Research.
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#1c. Survey Junkie
Survey Junkie is a legit survey site with a low disqualification rate. The surveys are short and pay well. You can redeem the points for cash or gift cards.
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#1d. Nielsen App
Want to earn some passive income? Just download Nielsen App and this trusted company will pay you $50 a year to keep the app. This research company collects data on web usage to improve users’ experience on the internet. Don’t worry your data is never shared and remains anonymous. Sign up and start making money from home.
#1e. User Interviews
Want to participate in paid research studies paying up to $200? Sign up for User Interviews. This legit company offers participants high rewards for sharing their unique opinions about different products. You get paid in cash, check, Amazon, and visa gift cards.
Just create your profile with information like your name, city, and state, along with other details. Once your profile is complete, you can start applying for the studies that are suitable for you. The company’s clients include brands like Vistaprint, Pinterest, Spotify, Adobe, etc. User Interviews is an amazing opportunity to share your opinion, shape better brands, and also get paid for it.
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Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
It depends on how many sites you sign up for and how many surveys you do. You can earn up to $300 a month.
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#2. Proofreading
If you like finding errors in documents and have a keen eye for detail, then you can work from home as a proofreader.
Caitlin Pyle is a proofreading pro and earned over $43,000 working part-time as a proofreader. She shares a lot of her knowledge about proofreading in this workshop.
Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
The average salary for proofreaders is $52,000 a year. Freelance proofreaders earn around $25 to $50 per hour, depending on the number of clients.
#3. Neighbor
If you want to earn money passively, then there is no better way than to become a host with Neighbor.
Neighbor is an online marketplace that connects hosts and renters for storage. If you have a garage, or a free room in your house, or an empty parking space, you can rent it out for storage.
All you have to do is sign up and list your place with good photos and descriptions. Once your place is chosen by the renter, you can discuss the details. The renter pays the price and moves the stuff. There is also 1 million free-covers for hosts.
Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
It depends on the market rate and the place you are hosting. You can earn around $300 to $500 per month on average if you are in a high-demand area.
#4. Microtasks
These are small tasks like typing, data tagging, transcription (short files), etc. You can become an Amazon Mechanical Turker or work for companies like Clickworker and start doing these tasks. Remember some of these tasks are on a first-come, first-served basis, so be quick in doing these.
Recommended reading:
- How to Make Money with Amazon Mechanical Turk
- 20 Micro Jobs You Can Do Flexibly for Extra Money in 2024
Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
$50–$100 per month depending on the tasks you take up.
#5. Rater
As a rater, you will be going through search engine results or social media feeds to rate them according to some guidelines. This helps search engines make their algorithms better and give relevant results to users. For most of these roles, there will be an assessment test that you need to pass to get hired. No prior experience or expertise is required, and there are positions available in many countries.
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#5a. Appen
Appen has a lot of positions available in many countries. But keep in mind that the test is quite hard, so you need a lot of preparation.
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#5b. Lionbridge
Lionbridge is a well-known company that hires raters from all over the world. It has openings in various countries from time to time. You need to keep an eye on its recruitment page to apply.
Time to monetize:
Fast
Expected pay:
For the US, it is around $12 to $15 per hour. The pay varies for different countries.
#6. Rent or Sell Online
Sometimes we overlook some money-making opportunities. There are so many ways to make use of the stuff you don’t use.
For example, if you don’t use your car much, you can rent it out on Getaround to earn passive income from it. Just list your car on the website easily through the app, write a good description, and all the renting is done through the app.
You can be stress-free with their $1 million insurance cover and 24/7 roadside assistance. Sign up if you want to make money from home in the most passive way.
If you have a spare room, then go ahead and start listing it on Airbnb and earn a decent income from it. Take good pictures, write a great description, include all the amenities, and reply to questions promptly. That’s it.
More interested in selling? Then you can go to Decluttr and sell all your electronic stuff. You can also go to marketplaces like eBay and Craigslist to sell your things.
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Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
It depends on the marketplace and the items you are selling or renting.
#7. Blogging
If your passion is to share your ideas, views, and research about your niche, then there is nothing better than blogging. I am a blogger, and I can say for sure that it’s the most rewarding hustle I’ve ever had.
Knowing your niche and signing up for good hosting are the first steps in starting a blogging journey. Sign up here to get started.
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Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
Though it takes time to see the money, blogging can give you a full-time income or even more.
#8. Food Delivery
#8a. Postmates
You will deliver food for Postmates. You need to have a bike, scooter, or car, and there will be a background check. You can choose your hours and work when you want.
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#8b. Uber Eats
Uber Eats is another trusted company that helps you earn money from home with food delivery. Unlike Postmates, Uber Eats is available in many cities in the US. You need a scooter, car, or bike to deliver food.
Time to monetize:
Fast
#9. Pet Sitting
9a. Rover
A simple and an easy way to earn extra money from home is by signing up with Rover as a pet sitter. This is one side gig that can be done by anyone. You can create a flexible work schedule and set your own rates. With an easy sign-up process and great pay, Rover can be your next go-to side hustle if you love pets.
Time to monetize:
Fast
Expected pay:
According to the website you can earn around $1,000 per month for dog sitting part-time.
#10. Stay Active
#10a. HealthyWage
I would have never believed it if someone said you could earn money by staying active. No way! But you can. With HealthyWage, you are rewarded for reaching your weight loss targets. It’s a great way to push yourself to stay active and reach your fitness goals.
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#10b. Sweatcoin
This sweat app lets you earn “sweatcoins” when you walk or run (there is a limit of five sweatcoins a day). You can redeem these sweatcoins for Amazon gift cards or discounted merchandise. If you have a big pool of coins, you can redeem them for cash. You just need to download the app and keep it running.
Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
With HealthyWage, I have seen people win $10,000 to meet their weight loss goals.
#11. Virtual Assistant
Over the last decade, virtual assistance has become increasingly popular. There are an infinite number of services you can provide as a virtual assistant (VA). You don’t need to have any experience to become a virtual assistant. I highly recommend training courses like this to learn hands-on about this job and turn it into a thriving business.
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Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
Around $35–$50 per hour.
#12. Tutoring
If you love teaching, then there is nothing better than online tutoring. There are many companies, like Cambly and Tutor.com, that teach specific subjects.
But it does not have to be only specific subjects; you can teach plain English to kids. With VIPKid and Qkids, you can teach conversational English to Chinese kids. Both of these companies require minimum qualifications, and after applying online, there will be a video interview.
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Time to monetize:
Fast
Expected pay:
Around $14 to $24 per hour with these companies.
#13. Flower Parties
How about arranging beautiful flower parties and getting paid for it? Sounds dreamy! You can channel your inner creative juices with this unique hustle from Alice’s Table. As an “Event Exec,” you will be arranging artistic flower parties and making money from them. Here is how you can get started.
Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
It depends on the number of clients you have.
#14. Flipping
I think flipping thrift store items is the most underrated way to make money from home. If you’ve got the eye to find unique items in junkyards and flip them for profit, then you can become a pro-flipper. Take this FREE workshop to learn how to make money from flipping.
Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
It depends on how much time you invest in this hustle. You can earn around $500 to $1,000 per month if you put in all your time.
#15. Bake Dog Treats
Did you know that making dog treats is a real business? It is. This is a super fun and easy side gig that can give you an extra income every month. You don’t need any expertise or previous experience to start this hustle. It’s easy to start, requires little investment, and the returns are great.
If you want to know more about this business, check out this interview I did with Kristin Larsen, founder of Diva Dog Bakery.
Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
$500 to $1,000 a month. You can scale up your business if you spend more hours on it.
#16. Bookkeeping
Bookkeeping, or virtual accounting, is one of the profitable jobs that you can do from home. If you are good with numbers and want to make money from home, this is a career you can consider.
A bookkeeper handles reports, transactions, and financial statements. Though some of the companies ask for qualifications and experience, this hustle can be started without any expertise. Here is a free class to find out if you are ready to become a bookkeeper.
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Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
$17 per hour. You can earn up to $60 per hour if you have the right training and start freelancing.
#17. Sell Printables
Do you love creating beautiful designs on paper? Why not make this a money-making hustle? Selling printables online is pretty easy and very satisfying for creative nerds. You can decide on the type of things you want to create, like invitations, wedding cards, tags, etc. Design platforms like Canva or PicMonkey can help you get started easily. Julie Berninger started this hustle and now has a successful printable store on Etsy. Read her interview here.
Time to monetize:
Fast
Expected pay:
$500 to $1,000 per month. Some printable sellers earn six figures, making it a full-time business.
#18. Create Online Courses
Do you know that creating online courses is a booming business? If you are knowledgeable about any topic or industry, you can create comprehensive courses online with platforms like Thinkific, Teachable, and Kajabi and serve your audience.
Creating courses is more of a residual way to make money from home, as you create courses once and earn from them again and again.
Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
You can expect to earn $1,000 to $3,000 a month, depending on your niche and how much time you put in. Top course creators earn up to $100,000 per year.
#19. Make Money with YouTube
If you wanted to make money from home, then the most creative and passive way would be through YouTube. Almost 5 billion videos are watched on YouTube every day! That’s where your chance of making money lies.
There are many ways you can earn with YouTube: you can become a YouTube partner, do affiliate marketing, review products, work with sponsors, sell merchandise or products, etc.
Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
With the YouTube Partner Program, you can earn $3 to $5 per 1,000 views. There are other ways to earn money that can add to your ad revenue.
#20. Test Websites
Testing websites is an easy way to make money online. As a website tester, you navigate a website, testing the functionality of the different aspects of the site or app. For this job, you are required to have a microphone, a webcam, and basic knowledge of navigating websites.
Some companies also require you to take a test before you land the job. If this sounds like a good side gig to you, then apply to companies like UserTesting, Userlytics, Trymata, etc.
Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
Most of the websites pay up to $10 for 20 minutes of testing.
#21. Earn Cashback
I love passive ways to earn money for the things we already do every day, like shopping. Earning cashback on your online purchases is one of the easy wins when you want some extra cash. There are so many cashback apps that are in the app store, and one of them with the best features is CaptialOne Shopping. What’s so great about this app? It scans barcodes and finds the best deals around for you.
You have to download the app and use it when you are shopping online, and CapitalOne will simply use coupon codes at the checkout. This app makes it a lot easier to get your cashback without clipping coupons and searching the web for the best deals.
Time to monetize:
Fast
Expected pay:
It depends on the offer.
#22. Become a Travel Agent
Do you love planning vacations? Remote travel agents are in high demand as the travel industry is booming. A remote travel agent plans and organizes every part of the vacation for the clients.
Thorough knowledge of the travel industry, understanding customer needs, and planning itineraries according to budget are some of the things needed for this role. Apart from this, some travel companies require you to have certifications. Companies like World Travel Holdings, BCD Travel, and AirTreks are some of the travel agencies that hire remote travel agents.
Recommended reading:
- How to Work from Home as a Travel Planner
- How to Work and Travel – 7 Simple Tips to Juggle Work and Travel
- How to Make Money While Traveling the World
- 14 Easy Travel Jobs You Can Do While Traveling Your Heart Out
Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
The average pay for remote travel agents is around $40,000. Independent travel agents earn more than this, depending on their experience.
#23. Get a Translation Job
Do you have bilingual skills, and are you fluent in more than one language? If yes, then working as a translator is a great choice for you. Translation or interpreter jobs don’t necessarily require a degree to get started. Having fluency in the language and some freelancing experience is enough to break into this industry.
Companies like Appen, Gengo, TextMaster, Transparent Language Solutions, etc. have openings for online translators.
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Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
The average pay for translators is around $45,000, but the income depends on the language being translated.
#24. Become a Chat Agent
People who prefer non-phone jobs and want to earn a steady income from home can choose chat agent roles.
Chat agents are the first point of contact for any business with an online presence. They handle customer questions, help with troubleshooting, and provide product and service information to clients via chat. Though you don’t need any qualifications to become a chat agent, having exceptional communication skills is one of the vital requirements of the job.
Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
Chat agents earn between $10 and $15 per hour.
#25. Home Stager
Have you ever seen the perfectly organized and presented display homes? That’s the work of home stagers. A home stager decorates and makes a home appealing to a potential buyer. This includes organizing, arranging the décor, and giving a new look to the home.
Home staging is a profitable business that does not require any particular expertise, and having a creative eye does help. Check out this expert interview I did with Debra Gould, who is a very well-known name in the home staging industry.
Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
The average salary for home stagers is around $49,000. Independent home stagers earn a lot more, depending on their client size and experience.
#26. Baby Sitter
Babysitting is one of the most popular ways to make money with students and teens. Babysitting is one of the first jobs for many teens because it’s so flexible and easy to do.
If you want to babysit for extra income, there are certain skills you must have, like: being fun, being able to engage children, being organized, and having good troubleshooting skills. It is also required to have proper training in courses in CPR and first aid.
Care.com offers a lot of flexible babysitting roles in many states in the US. If you want to become a freelance babysitter, start by taking the necessary courses and spreading the word.
Time to monetize:
Fast
Expected pay:
The average pay for babysitters is $28 per hour. You can set your own rates if you go the freelance way.
#27. Become an Influencer
Influencer marketing is promoting brands and services that you believe in through social media or by creating content. If you have a good presence on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest, you can easily get paid to promote brands that you love. The only requirement for this is to have a loyal following and an engaged audience that loves your content.
You can sign up on websites like Trend, Intellifluence, etc. and search for suitable opportunities.
Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
It depends on the brand, project, and your following and engagement statistics. Micro-influencers earn anywhere from $200 to $500 per project.
#28. Transcriptionist
Many work-from-home enthusiasts are aware of what transcription is. It’s a job to convert audio files and video files to text. Transcription comes in many forms, like: general transcription, legal transcription, or medical transcription.
You don’t need a qualification to become a transcriptionist, but relevant training is required to understand the job. Companies like TranscribeMe, Pacific Transcription, and Tigerfish hire online transcribers in different fields. If you want to know about this work-from-home job, check out this interview I did with an expert transcriptionist.
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Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
Online transcribers are paid around $30 per hour. Working as a freelance transcriber means you can set your own rates.
#29. Scopist
Scoping is another easy way to make money online, with great pay and lots of flexibility. Scopists edit official proceeding reports created by courthouse reporters. Apart from having good grammar skills and excellent command of English, you also need training to become a scopist.
Connie Chestnutt dives deep into what scoping is and how much you can earn as a scopist in this interview.
Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
It depends on how much work you take on, but experienced scopists earn around $2,000 per month.
#30. Cook for Others
Do you love cooking and serving up lip-smacking dishes? If yes, then you can earn money right from your kitchen. You can team up with companies like Eatwith to host dinners for people and earn money with your dishes.
If you want to go a more creative route, you can write detailed recipes for bloggers and magazines and earn money on the side. For this, you need to be very detailed, come up with original recipes, and be unique.
You can also become a recipe tester for restaurants and earn a good income by tasting some of the best recipes. It’s a win-win; you get to eat good food and even get paid for it.
Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
It depends on which path you want to take. Recipe testers earn around $17 per hour.
#31. Data Entry Jobs
I get so many requests from my readers about finding data entry jobs every day. There is a huge demand for online data entry jobs, but you need to tread carefully in this market. The industry is flooded with scams, and it’s pretty easy to fall for them.
One of the best ways to steer clear of misleading data entry job advertisements is not to believe in anything that seems too good to be true. This job does not require any qualification or expertise, but having good typing speed, organizing skills, command over English, etc. does help.
There are legit companies like DionData, SpeakWrite, Sigtrack, Xerox, etc. that have regular data entry and typing roles.
Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
The average salary for an online data entry operator is $18 per hour.
#32. Paid Focus Groups
Another easy way to make money from home for beginners is by signing up for paid focus groups. What are paid focus groups? These are some of the ways market research companies get feedback about their brands and services from consumers like you.
Paid focus groups are usually face-to-face, online, or over the phone. Unlike the usual surveys, these studies sometimes run for a certain number of days and pay more than surveys.
User Interviews is one of the most legit and well-paid market research companies that has a lot of projects in different categories.
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Time to monetize:
Fast
Expected pay:
It completely depends on the type of study and the time taken. Some studies can pay up to $500.
#33. Become a Moderator
Being a moderator is a fun and easy job to do from home. Moderators review and check the forum discussions and make sure the users follow the guidelines. Moderators work in different industries and are responsible for answering user questions, reviewing comments, and taking necessary steps to keep the discussions informative.
Companies like ModSquad, Crisp Thinking, and The Social Element hire moderators.
Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
The average salary of a moderator is $15.43 per hour.
#34. Become a Grocery Shopper
Do you love shopping and taking your time to find the right products? If that’s you, then try becoming a grocery shopper. Grocery shoppers find the right products and deliver the stuff to the customers.
To become a grocery shopper, you need to have patience, be mindful of customer requirements, and be organized. Other requirements include having a car, scooter, or bicycle, a phone, a driver’s license, etc.
You can apply to companies like Shipt and Instacart to get hired as a personal grocery shopper.
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Time to monetize:
Fast
Expected pay:
Depending on the company, you can get paid anywhere from $10 to $25 per hour.
#35. Tour Guide
I love traveling and exploring my city and surroundings. It’s one of my passions. I was pleasantly surprised when I learned that this passion is one of the real ways to earn money.
Alexandra Kenin started as a tour guide and discovered how amazing and profitable this hustle is. All you need to become a tour guide is to have thorough knowledge about your city or trails and be communicative. Keep in mind that this hustle takes time to monetize, as you need to promote your services.Interested in knowing more? Read this interview I did with her.
Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
You can earn anywhere from $50 to $2,000 for hikes, walks, and trips, depending on the size of the group.
#36. Captioning
Captioning jobs are one of the lesser-known jobs in the work-from-home market. Wondering what captioning is? It’s transcribing or converting audio from movies, television, ads, events, etc. into text. Captions are what you see at the bottom of the screen when you watch a movie on TV.
There are no particular requirements to apply for this job, but having good attention to detail and patience is a must (you will be listening to audio with different accents). Companies like Rev, VITAC, 3Play Media, etc. hire captioners.
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Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
According to Glassdoor, captioners earn around $51,000 per year.
#37. Dropshipping
Dropshipping is the business of selling stuff online, where all your inventory and shipping are handled by the manufacturer. So, in a nutshell, you sell the item on your e-commerce store or website, forward the customer details to the manufacturer, and it takes care of the rest. It’s an easy model to make money without much hassle.
The real key to succeeding in this business is finding the right product, pricing it, and promoting it. You can create your stores on e-commerce platforms like Shopify to get started.
If you are interested in learning more, here is a very detailed article about starting a dropshipping business.
Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
It depends on the products you are selling.
#38. Online Stylist
If you have spot-on fashion sense and love dressing up, then earn money from home as an online stylist. Online stylists create stylists according to the clients’ budget and needs and get paid for it. All you need to do in this job is have an amazing sense of style and knowledge of fashion trends.
Stitch Fix is one of the companies that hires online stylists.
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Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
The average pay for an online stylist is $22 per hour.
#39. Product Tester
Product testing is a legit way to earn money or get free products for reviewing or testing them. Certain companies pay you along with giving you free products. As a product tester, you have to be honest with your reviews and share your unbiased opinion about the brand.
Check out this article that lists all the legit product testing companies that give you free products.
Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
You get free products and sometimes cash for your reviews.
#40. Pinterest VA
I am sure many of you spend hours browsing Pinterest. I do, too. It’s a platform that is visually appealing and has a huge potential to become a business. As a Pinterest virtual assistant, you will be responsible for managing your client’s Pinterest account, creating pins, making schedules, and promoting them.
This business is great for stay-at-home moms because it’s flexible and you can do it at your own pace. Learn more about becoming a Pinterest VA and earning money online.
Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
Beginner Pinterest VAs can earn around $150 to $400 per month per client, depending on the services.
#41. Event Planner
Planning events is a lucrative business that can be done from home. This business does not require a degree, but having certifications does help in landing a job sooner. Event planning is a freelance job where you can set your own prices and manage your business.
Join associations like Meeting Professionals International, as they can help grow your network and get work.
Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
The average salary of event planners is around $53,000 per year. Freelance event planners can earn much more than that, depending on the size of the event and other services.
#42. Sell Subscription Box
The subscription box business is for creative-minded people. If you have a great idea for a niche, you can package the products and sell them to your customers on a recurring basis. This business requires a lot of groundwork, where you have to brainstorm a unique niche, your customer base, and ways to promote your business. Learn more about starting this business in this article.
Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
It depends on the products you are selling.
#43. Podcasting
Podcasting has grown in popularity in recent years and continues to gain an audience. It does not matter if you just want to talk about your passions or make it a full-time business, podcasting can help you earn money online.
There are many ways to earn money through podcasting, like affiliate marketing, advertisements, sponsorships, etc. If you want to learn more about how to make money with podcasting, check out Pat Flynn’s free course.
Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
Depending on your niche, you can earn anywhere from $1,000 to $5,000 a month.
#44. E-commerce Store
Starting an e-commerce business is another way to monetize your passion. There are endless things you can sell through your store, like crafts, cards, clothing, art, etc.
The best part about an e-commerce store is that there are so many good ones to choose from. Some of the best e-commerce platforms are Shopify, WooCommerce, Volusion, etc. Keep in mind that the first step in starting an e-commerce store is finding your niche. Here is a helpful article on finding your niche for your online store.
Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
This largely depends on your niche, marketing efforts, and products.
#45. Audiobook Narrator
If you have a great voice and want to use it to make money, then try audiobook narration. As a voice over artist, you will be animatedly doing storytelling, almost like acting.
In addition to having a good voice, you should be expressive and bring the characters to life. This job does not require any qualifications, but it’s helpful to take some voice lessons. Websites like ACX.com have audiobook narrator opportunities.
You can start your voice acting career here.
Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
This depends on your experience. On average, freelance audiobook narrators earn up to $35 an hour.
#46. Amazon FBA
Love finding cheap items? Then start selling things on Amazon FBA. The best part about this is that you need to find items and send them to Amazon, and then the rest is taken care of by Amazon FBA.
Time to monetize:
Slow
Expected pay:
Depending on the time you put in, you can earn up to $1,000 a month.
#47. Freelance Writer
If you love writing and want to make it a money-earning gig, becoming a freelance writer is your calling. Freelance writers earn a lot, depending on their niche and experience. There are many ways to start your own freelance writing business. You can start by taking up small gigs through websites like Freelancer.com and Fiverr.
Holly Johnson, the creator of the freelance writing course, is an experienced freelance writer and earns over $200,000 per year writing online. Learn more about how to start your freelance writing journey here.
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Time to monetize:
Medium
Expected pay:
Beginner writers can earn $50 to $300 per piece, depending on their niche.
Real Ways to Make Money from Home Every Day
#48. Search the Web
Did you know that you can earn some extra cash just by searching the web? Yes, you can. Do your daily searches through Swagbucks and earn SBs, which can be redeemed for cash or gift cards.
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#49. Play Games
If you are going to play your favorite games on the web, why not earn money for them? I am not saying you are going to get rich, but you will definitely earn some spare cash. Sign up with websites like Mistplay and InboxDollars and start making money.
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#50. Advertise on Your Car
How about earning money with your car? No, I am not saying to deliver any stuff, just drive your car. You can advertise brands on your car while you do your daily commute and earn money passively. Sounds great, right?! Learn more about this here.
#51. Listen to Music
Does earning some pocket change while you listen to your favorite music sound too good to be true? Well, it’s not. SlicethePie, Music XRay, and Playlist Push are some of the websites that pay you to listen to the music and rate or review it.
Tips to Start Making Money from Home:
- Do your research. No matter what your choice is, you need to do thorough research and dig deep into every aspect of the gig you are going to choose. Knowing everything about your future gig can help you ease into the job and make the journey enjoyable.
- Keep an eye on the local opportunities you have around you. It is far easier to find reliable ways to make money online in the place you live. You can join local groups or check out the forums in your area and see what others are experimenting with.
- Never forget that an online money-making option can come with scams. At every step, you will be facing some scam, so be very vigilant about scams and do your research before you jump in.
- Like the old saying goes, if it’s too good to be true, it is a scam. But more than that, the biggest red flag to watch out for is promises that you’ll “earn an insane amount of money in a very short time.” No one has ever earned anything like that.
Final Thoughts
It takes a lot of time and an insane amount of research to find the most legit way to make money from home.
But you will find one if you stay focused and know what you want. I made my “make money from home” dream come true; so can you.
