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In this post, I’m sharing ways to make money from home, so you can find the perfect side job to bring in some extra money! 

Do you dream of making an income from your favorite place in the world – home? If you are ready to quit the commute, and enjoy more time at home, check out these legit ways to make money from home.

20 Ways to Make Money From Home + Earn Extra Cash!

1. Become a bookkeeper.

   If you are great with finances and spreadsheets, you could become a virtual bookkeeper.

2. Get hired as a virtual assistant.

   A lot of bloggers need assistance, and look for virtual assistants to help them with a handful of tasks.

3. Sell services on Fiverr.

   If you take great photos, or have other useful skills, check out Fiverr.

4. Buy used furniture, paint it, and sell it for a profit.

   This is one of my most favorite side jobs! I really love being crafty, and it’s a profitable hobby, so win-win! This post shows you how to make money by refinishing furniture.

5. Teach kids English through VIP Kids

   Love to teach, but don’t want to leave your home?  Consider teaching online through VIP Kid. Teachers earn $14-$22/hour. VIPKid is the #1 company for remote jobs by Forbes. Learn more and apply here.

6. Babysit children in your home.

   If you already have kids at home, you could add a few more and bring in some extra money.

7. Dog sit for busy families through a site like Rover.

   Set up your profile and enjoy taking care of dogs and earning some side income.

8. Offer to house sit when people go on vacation. (Not exactly work from your home, but a home.)

   I have a few friends that do this and can make really great money!

9. Flip any kind of items for a profit.

   This post shows you how to find and flip items for a profit.

10.  Give musical lessons.

    Great at playing a musical instrument? Give lessons!

11. Become a proofreader.

    Great at grammer? Become a professional proofreader.

12. Sell items on Ebay.

    This is a great book to get you started.

13. Rent your home on Airbnb.

14. Stay home and rent your car out on Turo.

15. Sell handmade items on Etsy.

    Check out these 80 craft ideas to get inspired!

16. Write and sell ebooks online.

17. Walk dogs for busy neighbors.

    Let neighbors know you would love to walk their dogs and let them out during the work day. You’ll enjoy playing with dogs and your neighbors will be happy for their pup to be let out.

18. Start a blog.

    One of the more popular work at home options, starting a blog is not a get rich quick type of job. If you love writing, this could be a great work from home job for you. Start with this great blog book, and stick with it!

    Learn how to start a blog for only $3.95 a month here.

19. Tutor students.

20. Make crafts and set up at craft shows.

    Well, you will have to leave the house to go to the craft shows, but the majority of your work will be done at home. I love making and selling crafts, especially around the holidays! This post shows the 15 steps to start a successful craft business.

Earn extra cash!

Though these ideas aren’t really jobs, you can make some extra cash while staying home.

1. Rakuten

   Earn cash back on online purchases. Sign up here!

2. Ibotta

   Ibotta is a super easy to use app that helps you earn cash on everyday purchases, like groceries. Get $5 when you upload your first receipt!

3. Swagbucks

   Swagbucks is a website that allows you to earn Swagbucks that can be redeemed for gift cards. By watching short videos, answering surveys, and other quick tasks. Check it out here.

4. Sell stuff on Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, or the OfferUp app.

   Gather up things you no longer need and sell them. Declutter every few months and enjoy the extra cash.

Ready to start making money at home? I hope some of these ways to make money from home inspire you to make your work at home dream a reality.

Take action, and start one of these jobs as a side job. You’ll get a feel for if you like that type of work, and can build up your income before you quit your day job.

For more inspiration on transitioning, check out these 7 ways to balance a full time job while building your own business.

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