With inflation hovering at nine percent and gas prices still more than $4.00 per gallon in the United States, more and more people are thinking about what they can do to earn a little extra cash. That’s where most people get stuck. If you want to make some extra money to get ahead or at least break even with inflation, you likely don’t have a large chunk of money to invest. The good news is that there are a number of “side hustles” you can do without depleting your savings account.

10 Side Hustles that don’t take a lot of money to start

1. Dog walking. Help out people in your area when they are at work or out of town.
2. Cottage food business. Things like baked goods, pickles, dry pasta and jam have relaxed food laws in many states.
3. Freelance writing. Demand is high for web pages, press releases, blog posts and the like. All you need is a computer.
4. Tutoring. If you excel in a particular field, consider tutoring students who need a little extra help in that area.
5. Selling stock photos. All you need is a camera or a cell phone with a good camera to get started.
6. Providing translation services. If you speak another language fluently, translating letters and documents for individuals and businesses might be a good niche for you.
7. Making crafts. If you make jewelry, quilts, furniture or other craft items, all you have to buy are the supplies.
8. Tailoring and clothing repairs. Clothing repairs and alterations are always in demand. If you have this skill, you can pretty much name your own price.
9. Dog or house sitting. Are you willing to watch someone’s property and pooch while they are on vacation?
10. Running errands. Running errands for busy people is another great way to earn a few extra bucks with only an investment of gas.

Promoting your side hustle with SelfLIST

Many people worry about how they are going to find customers for their side hustle. SelfLIST makes this easy by providing an online registry where your neighbors can find out about your side business and connect with you. We’re available online 24/7 and will save you having to invest in flyers or other marketing materials. It just costs a few cents a day to put your business in front of the people who are looking for your expertise. 

Are you ready to start your side hustle and stay ahead of inflation. Using SelfLIST to promote your business will have customers calling you to hire you. To learn more about SelfLIST and to start connecting with the customers and earning that extra money, visit selflist.com. For a limited time, you’ll get 1,000 listing days for free! That’s almost three years of listing for free.