We’ve all had times where we need money. . .NOW! That may be because rent is due and you’re short, or your car breaks down, and you need to repair it, or you don’t have any groceries, and payday is three days away. Unfortunately, most of us have trouble finding or making money so quickly. If you can’t, or don’t want to, borrow from friends or family, you can utilize one of these legitimate ways to make money in one hour.
Donate Plasma
Donating plasma usually takes 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, and you earn $50 to $75 immediately. In addition, you can give plasma up to two times a week. Most facilities will put that money on a reloadable prepaid or debit card. First-time donors can earn bonuses during the first month, which will put even more cash in your pocket.
Sell Unused Gift Cards
Do you have unused gift cards you received for your birthday or Christmas? Don’t leave them in a drawer when they could make you money. Use a site like Raise to sell your gift cards and get paid via check, PayPal, or direct deposit. (Raise takes a 15% cut for helping you sell your gift cards.)
Sell Old Coins
Do you have any old or unique coins in your possession? Go to the nearest coin shop and turn them in for cash. My son used to go to banks to hunt for coins, and he found some valuable ones. He could typically turn the coins in for double to even up to 10 times their face value or more.
Babysit
Babysitting is one of the best legitimate ways to make money in one hour. Depending on the area where you live, you could make $14 to $20 per hour, and you’ll be paid cash.
Tutor
Are you an expert in a field or a college student who excels in a subject or two? Start tutoring and earn some serious cash. Most tutors earn between $15 to $50 an hour. You can advertise your services at local grocery stores, high schools, and colleges. Likewise, you can use sites like wyzant.com to find jobs.
Mow Lawns
Have you considered asking around your neighborhood to find individuals who need lawn maintenance? Elderly neighbors or busy, working families may be happy to outsource lawn care. Typically, you can earn $50 per hour, depending on where you live.
Use Swagbucks
I have belonged to Swagbucks for years and tried to participate in surveys and focus groups, but most companies aren’t interested in a middle-aged woman’s opinion. My son is 18, and he is frequently chosen for surveys and focus groups and makes around $50 for each one. You can have the money you earn sent to your PayPal account.
Clean
If you love to clean, turn your passion into a way to quickly make money. Cleaning a 2,200-square-foot house can net you $100 to $180 for a few hours work. Two popular places to find cleaning jobs are Care.com and Housekeeper.com.
Get Cashback Rewards
If you have a cashback rewards credit card, have you looked at your balance lately? You may be surprised. We use our credit card for most expenses and pay it off immediately. By doing this, we earn at least $600 a year in cashback rewards.
Final Thoughts
We all have months where money is tight. Next time you’re in that spot, remember that there are many legitimate ways to make money in one hour. Even better if you utilize several of these strategies to make even more money.
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Melissa is a freelance writer and virtual assistant. She earned her Master’s from Southern Illinois University, and her Bachelor’s in English from the University of Michigan. When she’s not working, you can find her homeschooling her kids, reading a good book, or cooking.
