Author: Rachel Slifka / Source: Wise Bread
With Memorial Day right around the corner, people are getting ready for a weekend of travel, hosting visitors, shopping, and parties. But for many side hustlers, Memorial Day is the perfect weekend to make some money.
Whether you’re just looking to make a few extra bucks, or you’re hoping to give yourself a serious financial boost, here are a few easy ways to make money this Memorial Day weekend.
1. Host a garage sale
With an extra day tacked on to the weekend, it’s a perfect opportunity to hold a garage sale. Spring clean your home and take stock of all the items you no longer want or need. Once you have an inventory, start advertising on Facebook or Craigslist to drum up your sale.
If a garage sale isn’t your thing, you can always sell used items on Craigslist, Facebook, or eBay, or use apps like LetGo and OfferUp. These apps allow you to easily post for-sale items and provide a safe way to collect payment. (See also: 12 Garage Sale Items That Sell Like Hotcakes)
2. Rent out your home
Since Memorial Day is a travel-heavy holiday, many people will be looking for affordable accommodations in their planned destination. If you’re planning on leaving your home empty to do some travel of your own, you may as well have it earn money while you’re away.
Even if you have an extra bedroom or couch to spare, you can rent out your space on Airbnb to earn some quick cash. Just be sure you can provide a clean, safe environment and be available to answer any questions…
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