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In reply to the discussion: I need money somewhat fast... what to do? [View all]AC_Mem
(1,979 posts)Can you either watch a child or children in your home, or can you sit with an elderly person? I've given thought to sitting with an elderly person as a second (actually third) source of income. I'm on my own and have a job, but still struggle to make it paycheck to paycheck. I've always worked 2-3 jobs to have money to live and also TO LIVE, but due to some pretty severe disabling mobility issues, working 70-80 hours a week bartending, waitressing, etc. are no longer an option for me. I have a home business that brings in residual income (thank Heaven as it has saved me many times), but i have given much thought to what else i could do from my home to make some money. here are some of my ideas.
- i'm a VERY fast typist. there are transcription jobs that you can work from at home including close captioning of programming
- childcare, as a backup, in my home (fast cash)
- sitting with the elderly (evenings/weekends)
- Aromatherapy, energy (hands-on) healing work (I'm a Reiki master among other gifts), home parties, intuitive readings
- Washing clothes and ironing
- renting out my spare bedroom
- i sell things on fb marketplace all the time
- QVC or other customer service, virtual jobs that can be done from home
good luck to you as you make your way through this. I think we all need to get ready for things to get much worse before they get better, sadly. unless you are a billionaire, times are going to be very tough.