Working a typical 9 till 5 job can become mundane boring over a long period of time. However, it does provide you with a little free time in the evening to relax, spend time with loved ones and maybe even develop a side hustle. Set up a secondary career on the side to make some extra cash and enrich your life with a new passion.

 

Here are a few ways you can make extra money from home without needing to quit your day job.

 

Selling

 

You can sell items from your home on eBay or Depop to make money. Everyone has a few pieces of clothing that no longer fit their body or style. Sell them of Depop to make some extra cash or find a few pieces of homeware to sell. You can sell your own items or sell things for other people and take a small commission from them. Research different trading platforms and choose the best one for your items, customer base and price points.

 

Buying to sell

 

More experienced second-hand sellers can buy second-hand items online and sell them for a profit. This way of selling involves a little more expertise and research. You need to be aware of the current prices of items and whether they are projected to rise or fall in value. Take high-quality pictures of the item you are reselling to make them look more appealing and expensive to your potential custom.

 

 

Investing 

 

Investing can be a little daunting if you are unfamiliar with the lingo and process. Research small investments to start off and slowly build your confidence from there. Look at long-term money-making strategies, like stock investing. This is when you invest in stocks that allow you to make a profit from your initial investment. Begin your trading journey by using an online forex broker and you might just gain a new profitable hobby.

 

Blogging

 

If you have good communication skills and a passion for the written word, blogging might just be the side hustle for you. You can either pitch ideas to other blog sites or create your own blog and make money through sponsorship and affiliation. If you are just starting, it’s best to develop your writing skills on your own blog before reaching out to any professional writers.

 

Once your blog gets going, you are likely to get more sponsorship offers and content opportunities. Blogging is a brilliant one for people who spend a lot of time travelling for personal or professional reasons. For example, if you do a lot of travel for your day job, you can still maintain your blogging side hustle in the evening or while flying. 

 

 

 

Multiple income streams can help to fund your lifestyle and make you feel a little more financially stable.