Works at Home: 30 Ways to Make Money Fast (Online And Offline)

How to make money online

There are a number of ways to make money online, including:

1. Become a freelancer online

If you have a marketable skill, there’s a good chance you can find freelance work online.

Start by looking through job boards on sites like UpWork, Freelancer and Indeed to see what’s out there.

You could also offer your services directly to clients on websites like Etsy or Fiverr.

How fast can you start?:

Immediately

How much can you make as a freelancer?

Varies, but it’s possible to make $50 an hour or more as a freelancer.

2. Test websites and apps for pay

UserTesting is one of the more popular website and app-testing platforms, where you can earn $12 for every 20-minute test that you complete.

You’re given a series of tasks to perform while speaking your thoughts aloud and are video recorded throughout the process so that feedback can be provided on user experience.

To sign up, you must first create a user profile for the website or app that you’re interested in testing.

Once logged in, click on ‘Become A Tester,’ and then download one of their apps onto your computer or phone to get started.

Other than testing apps on UserTesting, you can also sign up as an independent tester with Loop11.

This is another user-testing platform that pays you to test new websites and apps.

In order to qualify for a testing session, Loop11’s application process requires applicants to take an initial exam in which they complete several tests with the help of a remote proctor monitoring their computer screen—similar to how standardized tests are administered.

If you pass the exam, you can then start accepting assignments and get paid $15 per 20-minute session.

Like UserTesting, Loop11 also records your screen and voice during the testing process so that feedback can be provided on user experience.

To sign up, create a profile for the website or app you’re interested in testing and check the ‘I want to become a tester’ box.

Next, download their app onto your computer or phone and you can start accepting assignments immediately.

3. Become an Amazon Associate.

There are a number of ways to make money as an Amazon Associate.

You can create your own product page, recommend products, or even create a special coupon code for customers to use.

And, if you’re diligent at your work, you can find ways to increase the commission percentage by selling more.

The best part?

Once you’re up and running, it’s a fairly passive way to make money.

You can continue to earn commissions on sales even if you’re not actively working on your Amazon Associates account.

Get started: To become an Amazon Associate, visit the Amazon Associates website and create an account.

Then, find the products you want to reference on Amazon and copy the product’s URL.

Next, create a custom link and add it to your website or blog.

When someone clicks on the link and makes a purchase, you’ll earn a commission on the sale.

Amazon Associate Commission: Varies by product; typically around four to six percent per sale.

4. Surveys

Take surveys and get rewarded with cash or gift cards, just for giving your opinion.

This is a quick way to make money online that won’t take much of your time.

Plus you can do it at home.

You can sign up with Survey Junkie or Swagbucks to get started.

5. Make money from your blog as an affiliate

If you have a blog, adding affiliate marketing to your content can be a great way to make money.

You’ll need to find products that you believe in and then promote them on your blog.

When someone buys the product through your link, you earn a commission.

This is an especially good option if you have a lot of blog followers, as you’ll be able to make more money this way.

However, it does require a bit of work upfront, as you’ll need to find products and create links to them.

But once that’s done, affiliate marketing can be a great source of passive income.

6. Sell your wares on Etsy

One of the quickest ways to start making money online is by selling your wares.

There are many platforms where you can do this, but one of the most popular (and easiest) is eBay.

All you need to do is create a listing for what you’re selling, and then wait for buyers to come knocking.

eBay offers both fixed-price and auction-style listings, so you can choose the selling format that’s best for your products.

And since eBay is a well-known and trusted platform, buyers are more likely to trust your items—and be willing to pay top dollar for them.

If you want to start making money online quickly, eBay is a great option.

And since it’s such a popular platform, you can reach a large audience of potential buyers.

7. Get advertising revenue from your YouTube channel

If you’re a content creator, there are many ways to make money from your videos.

One way is to allow advertising on your channel and share the revenue generated by those ads with YouTube.

You can also sign up for affiliate programs or partner with brands that want to promote their products through video.

You don’t need millions of views to start earning advertising revenue.

A couple of thousand views per month can generate a decent income.

You don’t even need to have a YouTube channel at all to start earning money from your videos.

You can sell video ads directly through Google AdSense, and many other ad networks serve video ads as well.

8. Start a blog

Blogging is one of the most popular side gigs in 2019 and beyond.

It’s also easy to get started:

All you need is a domain, hosting, and WordPress (or another web-publishing platform).

If that sounds like too much work for your current needs or skill set — don’t worry! You have options.

You can sign up on Tumbler or Medium and get an instant blog.

Or, you can outsource much of the work to a web developer, a freelance writer, and a virtual assistant to do much of the work on your blog for you.

Once you are all set, find ways to create passive income from your site’s content, like through affiliate relationships with companies you mention in blog posts.

9. Deliver food with UberEats

Uber Eats is a food delivery service that lets you order meals from your favorite local restaurants and have them delivered to your doorstep.

You can sign up as a driver and deliver meals yourself, or partner with UberEats to have someone else do the driving for you.

With UberEats, you earn $12 to $15/hour and customers can track their meals from start to finish using the UberEats app.

10. Get paid to shop and share your experience on social media

Do you love shopping?

What about sharing what you buy with others?

If so, consider signing up for a service like Drop.

The Drop app lets you earn points when making purchases.

Those points can be redeemed for gift cards, cash, or merchandise.

You can also share your shopping experiences on social media for extra rewards.

Bonus Idea: How to make money online in 2024.

Start trading currency pairs, stocks, commodities, or indices with your phone.

Now this is one of the trending methods you can leverage to make money online.

It worked so well for different people in 2023 and you can still use it to make money with your phone or laptop in 2024.

How does it work?

Simple.

As an online trader, your only responsibility will be to predict the price movement of assets and if those assets end up moving in your forecasted direction, you end up making money.

What do you need to become a trader?

• You need a trading account 
• You need to learn how to trade (you can use this demo account to learn)
• Create trading strategies with the demo account.
• Try and test the strategies.
• Did you make profits?

It’s that simple.

How to make money from home.

There are plenty of opportunities to make money from home, whether you’re looking for a traditional job or something more unique. Here are some ideas to get you started:

11. Start your own business:

This is a great option if you have an entrepreneurial spirit and some business acumen.

There are many online courses available that can teach you the basics, and there are plenty of resources available to help you get started.

12. Become a dog walker or dog sitter

Dogs need exercise, and what better way to get some than by taking them for a walk?

Dog walking is not only great for the dogs, but it’s also good for the person walking them.

According to Care.com, dog walkers earn an average of $11 per hour.

If you don’t have a dog of your own, you can be an official Dog Sitter.

This is good for those who are already pet owners or animal lovers.

Simply sign up on Care.com to become a certified professional Pet Sitter and earn money taking care of other people’s pets while they are away!

13. Start an Airbnb Business

Airbnb has quickly become one of the most popular ways to make extra money, and for good reason:

It’s easy to get started and you can earn a healthy return on your investment.

If you have an extra bedroom at home, start by creating a listing describing your space and the amenities it comes with.

For renters who live in someone else’s home, that person will have to OK your listing before it goes live on the site.

If you are approved, go ahead and promote your space and welcome travelers from around the world into your abode.

14. Teach English Online

If you speak fluent English, you can teach it to others, virtually from anywhere in the world.

You can tutor individuals or groups through a platform like One Month.

Platforms vary widely on pay and flexibility—but as a baseline, you’ll earn around $20 per hour.

If you have experience teaching English as a second language (ESL) to adults, signing up for an online course like TEFL can boost your profile.

15. Sell Your Crafts Online

Maybe you caught the crafting bug while making holiday gifts for friends and family—or maybe you just love working with your hands to create beautiful things that are uniquely yours.

Either way, if you have an eye for design or a penchant for handmade items, there’s a place for you in the online marketplace.

Etsy is one of the most popular platforms for selling your crafts, and it’s free to set up an account.

Once you have a few items listed, start promoting them on social media and other channels to drive traffic to your shop.

You can also look into joining a craft collective, like the Handmade at Amazon marketplace, to get your products in front of even more shoppers.

16. Participate in Market Research Studies

If you’re willing to share your thoughts about products, services, and companies with others for cash, consider signing up for focus groups and online surveys through Mingle, a platform connecting users to paid research studies via mobile apps or web browser extensions.

Doing so can earn you $50 or more in a single hour.

17. Perform Online Odd Jobs

If you have unique talents, there are many people out there looking to pay for them—whether it’s as simple as taking online surveys or completing more complex tasks like making phone calls on someone else’s behalf.

Just beware that this type of work is usually very low-paying.

18. Do Yard Work for Your Neighbors

Summertime is the perfect time to make a little extra cash by doing yard work for your neighbors.

Start by putting up flyers in your neighborhood, or posting about your services on social media.

Then sit back and wait for the phone to start ringing!

19. Manage Online Forums

If you’re a natural leader, consider managing online forums.

If no one steps up to take charge of an internet community—or if the moderator leaves and there isn’t anyone else who wants the job—you can fill that position by starting your forum on platforms like Reddit or existing sites dedicated to specific topics.

This is a great way to share your knowledge and build up your online reputation.

20. Tutor Students Online

Are you passionate about a particular subject?

If so, consider becoming an online tutor.

You can work with students one-on-one or in groups, teaching them what you know via video chat, email, or text message.

You might be able to find work through a site like Tutor.com, which lets you set your hours and rates.

How to make money offline

21. Start a grocery delivery business

If you have a car and some spare time, start delivering groceries to a store in your area.

Most stores offer this service for free (or at a discount) to customers who live within a certain radius of the store. You can also sign up to deliver groceries to multiple stores.

How fast can you get started?

Right now.

How fast can you get paid?

Depends on the store, but it’s usually within a week or two of when they receive your groceries.

Start making money in your free time by delivering grocery orders in your neighborhood.

22. Trade in old phones, and electronics for cash

If you have a newer model iPhone, iPad, or other devices taking up space in your closet, consider selling them for some quick cash.

There are multiple options available to get rid of old electronics and gadgets: sell them at a flea market; trade them in at an ecoATM kiosk; or simply recycle them.

How fast can you get started?

Right now.

How fast can you get paid?

Depends on the item, but it’s usually within a week of when your device is received by its new owner. Sometimes immediately.

23. Get a babysitting gig

Babysitting is a great way to make some extra cash, especially if you’re already staying home with your kids.

You can find babysitting gigs by networking with friends and family.

How fast can you get started?

Right now.

How fast can you get paid?

Generally, you’ll be paid within a week of the job. Sometimes immediately

24. Do chores around someone else’s house — while they do yours.

House-swapping is gaining popularity as a way to save money while traveling.

Sites like Love Home Swap and OneFineStay allow you, for a fee, to list your home online and swap it (or rent it) out when you’re not using it — saving on lodging costs in the process.

Of course, if you want something more permanent than house-swapping or home-renting, you could always do a house exchange.

25. Start Poultry Farming.

This is a great option if you have some land and want to get into agriculture. Chickens are relatively low maintenance, and you can sell the eggs they lay for a profit.

Time required: Varies, depending on the size of the operation

Startup costs: $100-$500

Average annual income: Depends

Learn more: How to Start a Poultry Farm

26. Find work as a house sitter

Housesitting is a great way to make money fast because there are always people who need someone to watch their home while they’re away.

You can find housesitting opportunities on websites like Care.com and Trusted Housesitters, or by networking with friends and family.

Pay: $25+/hour depending on the gig

Expected Time: As little as a few hours to several days.

Notes: Some housesitting gigs include taking care of pets and watering plants, so you won’t want to do this if you have allergies or don’t like animals!

Another note—some homeowners may ask for references before hiring someone. If that’s the case, be prepared to provide a list of previous clients.

27. Become a mystery shopper

With mystery shopping, you’re paid to visit businesses and pose as a regular customer.

You can then provide feedback about your experience.

While the pay might not be great, it can add up over time and it’s a fun way to get out and explore new places.

Plus, you can usually do it on your own time.

28. Become a hair model

A hair modeling gig is just what it sounds like you get paid to be an “on-camera” hairstylist.

It takes patience, attention to detail, and the ability to work with clients while still looking good on camera—so if you have some experience or training in the hair industry, this might be a good opportunity for you.

29. Start a Car Wash Business

This business is perfect for those who live in a neighborhood with plenty of cars.

All you need is a bucket, some soap, and a hose.

If you want to get fancy, buy a power washer and set up shop next to your home.

30. Become a caretaker

If you have experience in the medical or elder care fields, becoming a caretaker can be a great way to make money.

Start by reaching out to your local community and online resources, like Care.com, to find clients.

Conclusion.

There you have it.

30 ways to make money fast (at home, online, and offline).

Did you find something you can do in the three categories?

If you didn’t go ahead and leave your question in the comments section and I’ll get back to you soonest.