Fast Money

Money Making Basics

How to start a side gig
Starting a side gig gives you the power to earn money on your own terms, without relying on a boss to give you a raise or promotion. Start by determining your skills and interests to figure out what kind of work you could do -- it could be anything from writing to babysitting to rideshare driving. Gig apps and peer-to-peer or freelancer marketplaces can connect with customers and clients to get the ball rolling.
Can you make money online?
You’ll find tons of legitimate ways to make money online -- as well as tons of scams that promise big bucks but never pan out. You can earn money as an affiliate or influencer with a website, social media or YouTube channel, but it’ll likely take months or years to build your brand and audience. Online gig apps, survey sites and marketplaces are a simpler and faster way to make money online without such hurdles.
Are money-making apps legit?
Some apps that promise to help you make money through cash-back shopping or online surveys are legitimate, but others aren't. And even the legitimate ones usually require a lot of time to earn any significant income and have high payout requirements to meet before you see any cash. Don’t rely on them for money you need, but they can give you a nice sporadic boost if you tap into apps that let you earn passively and don’t require a lot of your time.
Money-making hacks (you’ve never thought of)
You could be missing out on lots of little ways to make money fast without a ton of extra work. Look for credit cards and bank accounts that offer sign-up bonuses; use them strategically, and you can earn hundreds of dollars. Fee-free cash-back credit and debit cards are also easy ways to make money without changing your habits. You can even search for unclaimed money in your name through USA.gov!

Side Hustles

May 02, 2018
How to Make $50 Fast

Logan Allec, CPA
Sometimes life sneaks up on you, and you desperately need $50 fast, but you…
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February 12, 2019
Sell Baby Clothes Online for Cash: 11 Places That Will Take Your Kid’s Used Gear

Logan Allec, CPA
Learn how to sell baby clothes online for cash to these 11 places that…
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February 03, 2020
Thrift Store Flipping: 31 Best Things to Buy and Sell for Profit

Logan Allec, CPA
If you have a talent for finding great deals at thrift stores and consignment…
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Online Work

October 4, 2021
37 Ways to Make Money Fast (Ultimate Guide for 2021)

Logan Allec, CPA
In this article, we give you 29 ways to make money fast. Sometimes life…
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September 30, 2021
Nielsen Mobile Panel Review: What Is It and How Much Do You Make?

Logan Allec, CPA
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September 30, 2021
Here Are the 2 Best Paid Survey Sites of 2021 (You Don’t Need Freaking 30)

Logan Allec, CPA
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Personal Loans

January 01, 2020
Fiona Review 2021: Find the Personal Loan That’s Right for You

Stephanie Colestock
If you’re in the market for a personal loan, it can be tricky to…
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January 03, 2019
OppLoans Review 2021: A Soft-Pull Loan Option for Poor-Credit Borrowers

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You’re hesitant to take out a payday loan because it’s a notoriously bad financial…
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March 08, 2020
Upstart Personal Loans Review 2021

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When you’re searching for unsecured personal loan options, one name you’ll come across is…
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Free Stuff

September 30, 2021
15 Best Free Music Apps for Android and iOS

Logan Allec, CPA
Gone are the days of MP3 players and physical music downloads. Nowadays, smartphone users…
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October 15, 2021
17 Ways to Get Free Birthday Stuff Online and Offline

Logan Allec, CPA
Another year has passed and your birthday is soon approaching, now is the time…
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October 1, 2021
How to Get Free Internet: 12 Genius Free Internet Hacks

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To say that money is essential is a bit of an understatement. When you’re…
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