10 Ways to Make Money Without Thinking

We all dream about making money without actually having to work for it. But that’s just a dream. Or is it? What if I were to tell you there are legit apps and websites that give you cash back for either doing nothing or doing nothing more than what you do casually every day?

These things do exist! While I don’t think you should quit your day job, they are passive ways to get a little extra cash. If you start now, you can save all your passive income for Christmas. Check out this list of 10 ways to make money without thinking.

Ibotta – Ibotta is an app and a website that gives you cash back for everyday purchases. When users shop online through the Ibotta extension or visit retailers through the Ibotta app, they get cash back. “Ibotta has paid out over $600 million in cash rewards to more than 35 million users since its founding in 2012.”

Rakuten – Formerly Ebates, users get rewarded by using Rakuten to visit one of their 2500+ favorite retailers online or on the app. Each quarter, Rakuten deposits your earnings into your PayPal account.

Dosh – Get cash back when you shop, dine out, and book hotels by using Dosh. It’s super easy to use since all you do is connect your cards and shop like normal. Dosh will deposit the money into your bank, Venmo or PayPal, or donate it to charity.

Swagbucks – Swagbucks offers multiple easy ways to earn some extra cash. You can earn points by shopping online, taking surveys, watching videos, searching the web, and playing games. You then redeem your points for gift cards to popular retailers.

Inbox Dollars – Similar to Swagbucks, Inbox Dollars, has a variety of ways for users to earn cash, such as reading emails, taking surveys, playing online games, and shopping.

Sweatcoin – With Sweatcoin, it pays to walk – literally! Once you collect sweatcoins, you can use them to purchase goods, services, and experiences, or you can donate to charity.  

Receipt Hog – With Receipt Hog, you get cash back for sharing your receipts. It doesn’t matter what you buy or where you shop – they just want your receipts. You simply take a picture of your receipt, upload, and earn coins. Then, the coins can be redeemed for gift cards or deposited to your PayPal account.

Shopkick – If you love going shopping, Shopkick is a great choice because it rewards you for your shopping experience, such as walking into stores, scanning barcodes, making purchases, and submitting receipts. Kick points are redeemed for gift cards to popular retailers.

MyPoints – MyPoints is another online reward program, but it even includes online retailers like Amazon. In addition to the website, the mobile app allows you to earn cash by shopping and completing surveys. Redeem your points for cash or gift cards.

Seated – This app is perfect for foodies. When you dine out, you earn money. Users find a restaurant or bar on the app, make a reservation, or use the walk-in feature, take a picture of your receipt, and upload it. Then, you earn a percentage back as a reward.

15 Ways to Make Extra Income on the Side at Home

Money makes the world go ‘round. I guess the saying really is “love makes the world go ‘round,” but really, who are we kidding? I don’t know any moms who think they have enough money. It doesn’t matter if they are stay at home moms or working moms, there seems always to be a need for extra money.

On top of all the money you need simply to take care of your family, you need some extra to be able to enjoy life with your family. Dinners out? Vacations? Cute outfits, shoes, and purses? Those things cost money! And that is not counting the money you spend on your kids! Every activity your kid signs up for costs money.

So, it makes sense that moms are looking for ways to make extra income on the side. Every little bit helps. If you are looking for some ways to pad your wallet, I’ve researched fifteen real ways moms are bringing in a little extra income on the side at home.

1. Get paid to take surveys.

People have been saying this for years, but it really is legit. You can get paid to make money completing online surveys. You won’t make a ton, but the more surveys you do, the more money you will make. Check out Swag Bucks and Survey Club to get started.

2. Monetize a blog.

Many moms have found success with blogging about the things they know. If you do it correctly, you can monetize your blog and end up making a decent amount of money. You monetize your blog by working with sponsors, using affiliate marketing, and placing ads in your blog.

3. Freelance on the side.

Whether you are working or staying at home, consider freelancing. Take your skillset and use it from home. For instance, Upwork is a freelancing platform for everything from proofreading to graphic design.

4. Act as a virtual assistant.

A virtual assistant is someone who works as an online assistant rather than an assistant in an office. The job tasks will vary, but virtual assistants typically use the internet and their computers for planning and scheduling events for their clients.

5. Be a tutor.

Even without a degree, you can work as an online tutor. For example, some companies hire individuals to work as English-speaking tutors. These individuals speak English as their first language and have practice conversations with an English-language student.

6. Sell goods.

Are you crafty? If so, join the Etsy community and operate your own online storefront selling the products you make in your own home.

7. Host an Old-Fashioned Lemonade Stand.

While you won’t necessarily make a ton of money, you can make a little extra. Most importantly, this is a great way to introduce your children to finances. They will love participating, and you can teach them about making money.

8. Shop for others.

Love shopping? You can shop for others and make money! For example, many moms are having success being a grocery shopper through companies such as Instacart and Shipt.

9. Sell your stuff.

Have stuff that you no longer need or want? Sell it on an online marketplace such as eBay.

10. Get hired to enter data or transcribe notes.

If you are good with computers and secretarial tasks, you may want to look for online data entry or transcription jobs. Unlike desk jobs in an office place, these jobs are remote.

11. Work as an online travel agent.

Do you have a passion for travel? If so, look into becoming an online travel agent. There are women who have started their own online travel agencies and women who have found success working with larger online travel agencies such as MEI-Travel.

12. Manage social media accounts.

Are you a social media guru? Then, you are in luck! Social media management is in demand! These individuals manage social media accounts for businesses.

13. Love pets? Try pet sitting.

Another way to pad your wallet is to be a pet sitter or a pet walker. Services like Rover make it easier than ever before to make it happen.

14. Watch kids out of your home.

Need to make money doing something you already know how to do? Try babysitting at random times or begin keeping a child in your home regularly.

15. Rent your space.

Another newer option is to rent your space. Airbnb's are soaring in popularity, and you can make some extra income just by allowing people to book a room in your home.

Embrace Your Talents

The ideal way to make extra income is to embrace your talents. Find a way to do what you love from your home. While these dream jobs don’t always bring tons of money, they will bring great satisfaction. This is especially important if you are doing another job on the side.

Hussle, mamas! You can do it!