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How uncertainty breeds opportunity to make an extra buck. TEXT SKYE LAVIS
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t is true, it’s a time of extraordinary uncertainty, but it is also a time of opportunity - if you have the right mindset. Whilst the world moves on around us, check out these unconventional ways of making some extra cash.
WRITE ONLINE If you’ve always wanted to be a writer, what better time to start than now? There are a few websites where you can make money by creating high quality, relevant content. The sites only pay for accepted articles, so make sure that you review their criteria and read through the websites for an idea of their existing
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content and style before you start. Some websites also prefer to receive pitches before the main article. To find out more information, check out Listverse or Back2college.
HAVE A CLEAR - OUT If you’re sitting at home all day, you might notice the clutter a lot more than usual. Luckily, there are an abundance of online auction sites and retailers so you can turn your unwanted belongings into cash. If you haven’t used it in years, it may be time to consider selling it. Some sites even offer collection from your door. Try Takealot, Bid or Buy or Facebook Marketplace.
GET CRAFTY WITH DIY PROJECTS Some people have managed to discover new hobbies during lockdown, or have remembered old projects. If you’re into arts and crafts, you could turn that hobby into an additional income. You can make your own jewellery, sew garments, paint portraits or upcycle things around the house such as beautiful terrariums. Not all crafts sell well or will make a profit, so before you get started it’s a good idea to check out what’s already on there, how much it sells for, and compare it to what you’d expect for the time, effort, and costs associated with it.
