Sell Some Plasma
Plasma, the fluid that carries your blood cells through your blood system, is in high demand in many places across the U.S. Clinics will pay up to for a plasma donation and you can donate twice a week. To qualify as a donor, you must be relatively healthy and drug free. The process takes about half an hour.
Sell Your Stuff
Today’s sharing economy has made it much easier to sell unwanted stuff quickly. From yard sales to Craigslist to eBay, there are many ways to get into contact with people that would be interested in what you are selling. If selling online, review a few listings for similar items to see what the going rate is for the things you want to sell.
Offer To Babysit
Many parents would love to have a few hours away from the kids and are willing to pay pretty good for someone to watch their darlings, typically between $10 and $15 an hour. If you have friends and family members with kids, ask if they would be interested in hiring you as a babysitter. If kids are scarce in your circle, consider joining an online child care club that links parents with willing babysitters.
Scrap Some Metal
Scrapping metal has long been one of the best ways to make money fast. It is easy to find aluminum cans to scrap. Carry some plastic shopping bags with you to hold the ones that you find and ask friends and neighbors if you can have their cans for recycling. Many cities have kiosks where you can dump in the cans and receive payment in minutes. In states that require a deposit, 50 cans are worth about $2.50. As scrap, 32 cans equal a pound, worth about 70 cents.
Look For Quick Jobs And Gigs Online
Many companies and entrepreneurs list quick jobs and gigs online to find people interested in ways to make money fast. For example, Amazon’s Mechanical Turk program allows companies post tasks that machines cannot easily do but are relatively simple for humans. After you complete an assignment, the payment is sent to your Amazon account and can be cashed out once you reach $10. There are also many online ad programs and survey sites which can help you make money fast.
Take A Part Time Job That Earns Tips
As the job market continues to improve, many employers are looking for part time workers for positions that allow them to earn tips from customers. Many of these jobs require little training, like waiting tables and bartending, and you can receive money from tips before you get your first paycheck. If you are musically inclined, you may be able to strike a deal to play music in outdoor venues, restaurants, and bars for tips.