Practical ideas to make yourself some money working from home

Waiting for employment can be absolutely exhausting, but there are a number of ways you could make yourself some income without having to be employed by another person. 

So why not try out some of these practical money-making ideas at home? 

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Sell coffee 

People who sell coffee are always in demand and according to the International Coffee Organisation, more and more coffee is consumed globally. You will become the go-to person for your neighbourhood's coffee lovers. 

All that you truly need is a strong marketing plan and obviously an unforgettable and lovable brand. 

Coffee is a commodity product, so it’s widely available. 

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Online survey sites 

One thing to note is that the pay for online survey sites is actually low. Another disadvantage might be that you are not really building skills or building assets. 

Nevertheless, it is a pretty reasonable short-term side hustle.

If you are looking for any online survey sites, you can check out: 

• Swagbucks
• Survey Junkie
• InboxDollars

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Rent your unused space

This is one of the smartest ways to make passive income. It could range from bedrooms to parking areas - just any space that people will happily pay you to rent.

Here are some options to consider: 

• Rent a room on Airbnb
  
• Rent out storage space on SpareFoot
• Rent out your parking space
• Host a foreign exchange student
• Offer pet boarding

This is definitely an easy low-cost way to make yourself some cash!

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Sell photos

If you are already a talented photographer, this is a plus! 

All you've got to do is sharpen the skill and creativity, find your niche or collective, and then you are ready to make some money...

• Stock marketplaces like Alamy, 500px, 123RF, and Stocksy

• Products such as prints, photo books, pictures on shirts and hats.

• Services covering fashion shoots, weddings, social events, or anything else you are passionate about.

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Sell on marketplaces

Sell products on online marketplaces—but beware! You could easily give away your items to people who will not pay you back, so have a system for yourself on how to conduct these exchanges. 

Popular marketplaces include: 

• Gumtree
• Facebook Marketplace 

You could also go to physical markets in your neighbourhood and let go of whatever items you may not want anymore. 

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Don't be at home worried about getting that "We are pleased to inform you..." email. 

You can be your own boss!

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