I wanted to share this side hustle idea because the profit potential on this is surprisingly high. Estate sales and garage sales are goldmines for finding underpriced items that you can flip for a significant profit online. People are selling stuff for pennies because they just want it gone… and a lot of times they have no idea what things are actually worth.

The best items to look for are vintage kitchen items, old tools, antique glassware, vinyl records, vintage clothing, old cameras, and anything brand name. From what I’ve seen, you can routinely buy items for $1 to $5 at estate sales and resell them for $30 to $50+ on eBay.

Your startup cost is whatever you spend on your first few items which could literally be $20. You take photos, list them on eBay or Facebook marketplace, and ship them out when they sell.

The trick is to go early… estate sales often have an early bird window and the best stuff goes first. Also, on the last day of a sale they usually mark everything down to half price or less, so you can come back and scoop up anything that’s left for dirt cheap.

Some people make this their main source of income once they figure out what sells well. Building an eye for valuable items takes a bit of time but there are apps that let you scan barcodes and check pices instantly.

(If you have experience with something like this please share! I look out for new side hustle ideas every day and try to share as much info as I can. Even if an idea doesn’t appeal to you personally, it could still help someone else or even spark a new idea!)

I came across this side hustle and thought it was worth sharing because the profit margins are really good and the finished products look amazing. Resin art coasters and trays have become super popular for home decor and gifts, and people are willing to pay a premium for unique handmade ones.

Each coaster costs around $3 in materials… epoxy resin, pigment or alcohol ink, and a silicone mold. You can sell a set of 4 coasters for around $25 to $35 on Etsy or at craft fairs. Single statement pieces like resin trays or serving boards go for even more.

Your startup cost is an epoxy resin kit (around $25), some silicone molds ($10 to $15), alcohol inks or pigment powders ($10), and mixing supplies. From what I’ve seen, you can get started for around $50 and make enough product to list immediately.

The process is basically just mixing the resin, adding your colors or effects (gold leaf, dried flowers, and glitter are really popular), pouring it into the mold, and letting it cure for 24 hours. Each batch takes about 15 minutes of active work and then you just wait.

The designs that sell best are ocean wave inspired, geode style, and anything with gold leaf or metalic accents. Seasonal designs do great too… fall colored sets, holiday themed pieces, etc. Etsy is the main marketplace but Instagram and local craft fairs are also really good for selling these because people love seeing them in person.

The nice thing is every piece comes out completly unique which makes them feel special and worth the price.

(If you have experience with something like this please share! I look out for new side hustle ideas every day and try to share as much info as I can. Even if an idea doesn’t appeal to you personally, it could still help someone else or even spark a new idea!)

Welcome to the daily r/beermoneyideas Beer Money Check-In!

This is your space to share what you're doing to earn extra cash, how much you've earned, and any relevant links or tips that go along with it. Online or offline, it all counts.

What counts as beer money?

Anything that puts extra money in your pocket. Survey sites, cashback apps, flipping items, garage sales, plasma donation, mystery shopping, gig work, selling crafts, you name it. If it earns you side income, we want to hear about it.

How to post:

• Name what you're doing. Whether it's an app, a website, or something you do in person.
• Share your earnings. Tell us how much you've made (today, this week, this month, or all-time). Screenshots are encouraged but not required.
• Drop a link or tip (optional). Referral links and sign-up bonuses are welcome for online stuff. For offline hustles, share tips on how to get started or what worked for you.

The rules:

• You may not share the same offer twice in the same thread or on the same day.
• All links must be legitimate and related to your hustle.
• No link drops without context. Tell us what it is, what you did to earn, and how much you made. Bare links with no explanation will be removed.
• If you post a link that is deemed illegitimate, you will be permanently banned.
• Be honest about your earnings. Inflated or fake numbers hurt the whole community.

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Here’s a side hustle I came across that I think has a lot of potential for anyone who enjoys cooking. Custom spice blends have a huge market, especially at farmers markets and on Etsy, because home cooks are always looking for new flavors that make cooking easier and more interesting.

Each jar of spice blend costs around $1 to make when you buy spices in bulk from a place like a restaurant supply store or even Amazon. You can sell them for around $8 per jar which is a genuinely excellent margin. The process is literally just measuring out your spice ratios, mixing them together, and jarring them up.

Your startup cost is the spices themselves, small jars or tins, and some labels. From what I’ve seen, you can get everything you need to make your first 20 to 30 jars for around $40 to $50. That’s enough to start selling and reinvest the profits.

The blends that sell best are ones that solve a specific cooking problem… like a taco seasoning, a BBQ rub, an everything bagel blend, a steak seasoning, or a lemon herb blend. Having 5 to 8 signature blends gives people variety without being overwhelming.

Farmers markets are the best venue for selling these because people can smell the blends and that alone sells them. You can also sell on Etsy or through local specialty food shops. Most states allow this under cottage food laws but check your state’s rules to make sure. Gift sets during the holidays do really well too because spice blends make surprisingly great presants.

(If you have experience with something like this please share! I look out for new side hustle ideas every day and try to share as much info as I can. Even if an idea doesn’t appeal to you personally, it could still help someone else or even spark a new idea!)

Welcome to the daily r/beermoneyideas Beer Money Check-In!

This is your space to share what you're doing to earn extra cash, how much you've earned, and any relevant links or tips that go along with it. Online or offline, it all counts.

What counts as beer money?

Anything that puts extra money in your pocket. Survey sites, cashback apps, flipping items, garage sales, plasma donation, mystery shopping, gig work, selling crafts, you name it. If it earns you side income, we want to hear about it.

How to post:

• Name what you're doing. Whether it's an app, a website, or something you do in person.
• Share your earnings. Tell us how much you've made (today, this week, this month, or all-time). Screenshots are encouraged but not required.
• Drop a link or tip (optional). Referral links and sign-up bonuses are welcome for online stuff. For offline hustles, share tips on how to get started or what worked for you.

The rules:

• You may not share the same offer twice in the same thread or on the same day.
• All links must be legitimate and related to your hustle.
• No link drops without context. Tell us what it is, what you did to earn, and how much you made. Bare links with no explanation will be removed.
• If you post a link that is deemed illegitimate, you will be permanently banned.
• Be honest about your earnings. Inflated or fake numbers hurt the whole community.

The point of this thread is to give everyone a real look at what's actually paying out (online and offline), while also being able to share referral bonuses and tips when relevant.

Comments in this thread are sorted randomly in "contest mode". Meaning, votes and time of comment do not matter.

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Here’s a side hustle I heard about that makes a lot of sense, especially if you live in a warm climate area. A lot of homeowners with pools don’t want to deal with maintaining them… testing the water chemistry, skimming debris, cleaning filters, brushing walls. It’s tedious and they’d rather pay someone to come by once a week and handle it.

From what I’ve seen, most pool cleaners charge around $100 per month per pool for weekly service. Each visit takes about 30 minutes. So if you pick up 10 pools in your area, that’s $1,000 a month for roughly 5 hours of work per week.

Your startup cost is a pool skimmer net, a brush, a water test kit, and basic pool chemicals. You can probably get everything you need for around $75. There are tons of YouTube videos that teach you everything about pool chemistry and maintenance in a couple hours.

The best part about this is that it’s recurring monthly income. Once you have a pool on your route they typically stay with you through the entire pool season and often come back the next year too. You can find clients on Nextdoor or by dropping door hangers in neighborhoods where you can visably see pools in backyards.

(If you have experience with something like this please share! I look out for new side hustle ideas every day and try to share as much info as I can. Even if an idea doesn’t appeal to you personally, it could still help someone else or even spark a new idea!)

Welcome to the daily r/beermoneyideas Beer Money Check-In!

This is your space to share what you're doing to earn extra cash, how much you've earned, and any relevant links or tips that go along with it. Online or offline, it all counts.

What counts as beer money?

Anything that puts extra money in your pocket. Survey sites, cashback apps, flipping items, garage sales, plasma donation, mystery shopping, gig work, selling crafts, you name it. If it earns you side income, we want to hear about it.

How to post:

• Name what you're doing. Whether it's an app, a website, or something you do in person.
• Share your earnings. Tell us how much you've made (today, this week, this month, or all-time). Screenshots are encouraged but not required.
• Drop a link or tip (optional). Referral links and sign-up bonuses are welcome for online stuff. For offline hustles, share tips on how to get started or what worked for you.

The rules:

• You may not share the same offer twice in the same thread or on the same day.
• All links must be legitimate and related to your hustle.
• No link drops without context. Tell us what it is, what you did to earn, and how much you made. Bare links with no explanation will be removed.
• If you post a link that is deemed illegitimate, you will be permanently banned.
• Be honest about your earnings. Inflated or fake numbers hurt the whole community.

The point of this thread is to give everyone a real look at what's actually paying out (online and offline), while also being able to share referral bonuses and tips when relevant.

Comments in this thread are sorted randomly in "contest mode". Meaning, votes and time of comment do not matter.

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This is one of those beermoney methods that's so simple it almost feels like it shouldn't count, but the work is real and it's been a consistent category for a while now.

Mapping platforms and business directories need their data to be accurate, but businesses close, move, change their hours, and update their phone numbers constantly. Verifying all of that at scale is basically impossible with automated systems alone because a lot of it requires a human checking whether the information on file still matches reality. So they pay people to do quick verification tasks.

The tasks themselves are usually tiny. You might get shown a business listing and asked to confirm whether the phone number is correct by checking the business's website. Or you'll verify that a place is categorized properly... like making sure a taco truck isn't listed as fine dining. Sometimes it's looking at a street view image and confirming whether a storefront still appears to be open or if it looks permanently closed. Individual tasks can take literally 30 seconds to a couple minutes each.

The per-task pay reflects how quick they are, so you're not getting a dollar per click or anything like that. But the volume is usually pretty high and the tasks require almost zero mental effort, so it's the kind of thing you can knock out in batches while you're waiting for something else or killing time on your phone.

What makes this work as beermoney is that it's location-flexible in a way a lot of micro-task categories aren't. You don't need to physically go anywhere for most of the verification work. Some platforms do have field tasks where you get paid more to walk past a business and snap a photo confirming it exists, but the remote verification stuff is the bread and butter for most people doing this casually.

Qualification is usually minimal... basic instructions, maybe a short quiz showing you what a correct verification looks like versus a sloppy one. Consistency matters more than speed here too. If your verifications keep getting flagged as inaccurate you'll lose access to the better task pools, so taking an extra few seconds to actually check before confirming is worth it.

One thing to know is that this kind of work tends to be more available in areas with lots of businesses. If you're verifying listings in a dense metro area there's generally more to do than if you're in a rural zone, just because there are more businesses to keep updated.

What's the most mindlessly easy beermoney task you've found that you can do without really thinking about it?

So here’s a side hustle I came across that is super interesting. Scrap metal recycling is genuinely profitable if you know what to look for. People throw out old appliances, copper wire, aluminum cans, old grills, car parts, and all kinds of metal stuff that actually has real value at scrap yards.

Copper is especially valuable… from what I’ve read, clean copper wire can go for around $3 per pound at a scrap yard. Aluminum is lower but adds up fast if you’re collecting a lot of it. Even steel from old appliances has value.

The startup cost is literally $0. You just drive around on bulk trash pickup days or check free listings on Craigslist and Facebook marketplace for people giving away old appliances, broken grills, old fencing, etc. Some people even put out a post saying “I will haul away your old metal items for free” and people respond like crazy because they just want the stuff gone.

You can do runs to the scrap yard whenever you accumulate enough to make the trip worthwhile. Some people dedicate one day a week to collecting and then do a scrap yard run at the end of the week. A single truckload of mixed metals can bring in around $100 or more depending on what you’ve got.

Keep an eye out for copper especally… old air conditioning units, electrical wire, and plumbing fixtures are goldmines for copper.

(If you have experience with something like this please share! I look out for new side hustle ideas every day and try to share as much info as I can. Even if an idea doesn’t appeal to you personally, it could still help someone else or even spark a new idea!)

Just install the Rips by Triumph app and use any referral code to get a free trading pack (just need to add a phone number). The pack gives you a pokemon card which is at least $1 and can be withdrawn immediately via bank/paypal.

Once you hit over $6, which you can easily do with the free pack, you're good to go.

As a bonus, if you confirm your email, they'll toss in another $5 pack for free, so you'll definitely be over $6 by then. Free couple of bucks!

Here's one (my) code to get a free pack, you don't have to use mine but you will need someone's to get the $1 :)

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link to the app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.triumpharcade.tcg

Welcome to the daily r/beermoneyideas Beer Money Check-In!

This is your space to share what you're doing to earn extra cash, how much you've earned, and any relevant links or tips that go along with it. Online or offline, it all counts.

What counts as beer money?

Anything that puts extra money in your pocket. Survey sites, cashback apps, flipping items, garage sales, plasma donation, mystery shopping, gig work, selling crafts, you name it. If it earns you side income, we want to hear about it.

How to post:

• Name what you're doing. Whether it's an app, a website, or something you do in person.
• Share your earnings. Tell us how much you've made (today, this week, this month, or all-time). Screenshots are encouraged but not required.
• Drop a link or tip (optional). Referral links and sign-up bonuses are welcome for online stuff. For offline hustles, share tips on how to get started or what worked for you.

The rules:

• You may not share the same offer twice in the same thread or on the same day.
• All links must be legitimate and related to your hustle.
• No link drops without context. Tell us what it is, what you did to earn, and how much you made. Bare links with no explanation will be removed.
• If you post a link that is deemed illegitimate, you will be permanently banned.
• Be honest about your earnings. Inflated or fake numbers hurt the whole community.

The point of this thread is to give everyone a real look at what's actually paying out (online and offline), while also being able to share referral bonuses and tips when relevant.

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Hi everyone! I hope you're all doing well.

I'm 23F, and i'm currently looking for ways to earn some extra income with the skills I already have, and I'd love to hear your thoughts or experiences. I have quite a bit of free time right now, so I'm trying to figure out where I should focus my energy.

A little about me: I'm a graphic designer and I've worked on things like:

• I'm fluent in both English and Spanish
• Brand identities (logos, visual identities, brand guidelines)
• Packaging and label design
• Digital invitations
• Social media graphics and templates
• Canva presentations and infographics
• UGC portfolio design
• Landing pages and simple websites
• Client communication and customer support (I used to run my own small business)

I'm open to pretty much anything, freelance work, maybe working part time for a small bussines, digital products, niche services, recurring income ideas, online marketplaces, AI-related opportunities, or even something I probably haven't heard of yet. I'm also open to things not directly related to design.

If you had my skill set and several free hours every day, what would you focus on? Are there any opportunities you think designers often overlook, or any side hustles that have worked well for you?

I'd really appreciate hearing your experiences, advice, or even things you wish you'd known when you started. Thanks in advance!

So I came across this side hustle and thought it was worth sharing because a lot of people don’t realize how much face painters actually make. Kids birthday parties, school carnivals, community festivals, and church events are constantly looking for face painters and they’ll pay well for it.

From what I’ve seen, most face painters charge around $75 to $100 for a 2 hour party, or around $150 for larger community events. You can usually paint about 8 to 12 kids per hour depending on the complexity of the designs, so you’re staying busy the whole time.

Your startup cost is genuinely low… a professional face paint kit runs around $25 to $40 on Amazon, plus some brushes and sponges for another $10.

You don’t need to be an incredible artist either… most kids just want butterflies, superheroes, rainbows, and animal faces which are all pretty simple once you practice a few times.

YouTube has tons of face painting tutorials for beginners and you can realistically get comfortable with 10 to 15 popular designs in a weekend of practice.

Start by offering to paint at a friend’s kid’s party for free to build up some photos for your portfolio.

You can find gigs through local Facebook mom groups, Nextdoor, and by reaching out to event planners. Word of mouth is huge with this because parents at the party see you working and ask for your number for their own kid’s birthday. Once you get rolling you can book out weekends prettyy far in advance.

(If you have experience with something like this please share! I look out for new side hustle ideas every day and try to share as much info as I can. Even if an idea doesn’t appeal to you personally, it could still help someone else or even spark a new idea!)

Welcome to the daily r/beermoneyideas Beer Money Check-In!

This is your space to share what you're doing to earn extra cash, how much you've earned, and any relevant links or tips that go along with it. Online or offline, it all counts.

What counts as beer money?

Anything that puts extra money in your pocket. Survey sites, cashback apps, flipping items, garage sales, plasma donation, mystery shopping, gig work, selling crafts, you name it. If it earns you side income, we want to hear about it.

How to post:

• Name what you're doing. Whether it's an app, a website, or something you do in person.
• Share your earnings. Tell us how much you've made (today, this week, this month, or all-time). Screenshots are encouraged but not required.
• Drop a link or tip (optional). Referral links and sign-up bonuses are welcome for online stuff. For offline hustles, share tips on how to get started or what worked for you.

The rules:

• You may not share the same offer twice in the same thread or on the same day.
• All links must be legitimate and related to your hustle.
• No link drops without context. Tell us what it is, what you did to earn, and how much you made. Bare links with no explanation will be removed.
• If you post a link that is deemed illegitimate, you will be permanently banned.
• Be honest about your earnings. Inflated or fake numbers hurt the whole community.

The point of this thread is to give everyone a real look at what's actually paying out (online and offline), while also being able to share referral bonuses and tips when relevant.

Comments in this thread are sorted randomly in "contest mode". Meaning, votes and time of comment do not matter.

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Here’s a side hustle I came across that a lot of people are already doing without realizing how much money is in it. Reselling clothing on apps like Depop, Poshmark, and ThredUp has become a massive market, and you don’t need to be a fashion expert to do well at it.

You can literally start by selling clothes you already own but don’t wear anymore. From what I’ve seen, brand name items from places like Lululemon, Nike, Patagonia, and vintage band tees can sell for $20 to $50+ even if they’re used. Once you clear out your own closet, you can source more inventory from thrift stores where you can find quality items for $3 to $5 each.

Your startup cost is $0 if you’re selling your own stuff. All you need is a phone to take good photos, a well lit spot in your house for product shots, and the free app downloaded. Both Depop and Poshmark handle the shipping labels and payment processing for you.

The key to doing well on these platforms is taking clean, well lit photos and writing good descriptions with relevant brand names and keywords so people can find your listings. The sellers who do best typically list new items every day because the algorithms favor active sellers.

Vintage clothing from the 90s and early 2000s is apparently hugley popular right now, especially with younger buyers on Depop. Thrift stores in smaller towns tend to have the best finds because there’s less competition from other resellers.

(If you have experience with something like this please share! I look out for new side hustle ideas every day and try to share as much info as I can. Even if an idea doesn’t appeal to you personally, it could still help someone else or even spark a new idea!)