Looking to make some extra cash in a hurry?

In this ultimate guide, we will explain 35 proven ways to make money fast.

From side hustles and online gigs to investment opportunities and money-saving tips, weve got you covered.

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So, get ready to discover the secrets to generating income on demand.

Trust your instincts and do thorough research before committing to any money-making opportunity.

Start shuffling through your old movies or CDs, becauseDecluttris an online site that will pay you for them.

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One user, Gil Flores, can attest that this is a good way to make money fast.

Hetold us he sold about 100 DVDs and 75 CDsand made $275 an average of $1.57 each.

Declutter reports its average purchase is around 50 cents and it buys 97% of items offered.

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Just download the app, and start scanning the barcodes on your media to get immediate quotes.

Its completely free to use no listing or seller fees.

Consignment stores typically pay upon sale, but some pay upfront.

Take a look in your closet.

If anything still has tags on it, return it if you’ve got the option to.

After all, you havent worn it yet.

Then take another spin through your hangers: Whens the last time you wore that blouse?

Or dressed up in those heels?

Here are five sites where you cansell clothes online fast.

Prefer the in-person experience?

Local consignment shops are always looking for good-condition, in-season clothes to re-sell.

Heres what you gotta know, plus six brick-and-mortar stores tosell your used clothes.

Check out thesefive sites thatll buy back your gift cards.

Sell Your Old College Textbooks

Potential earnings:$10 to $100

How Fast:Varies.

Immediate if you get a ready buyer in person.

Two to four days online.

We know youve still got some textbooks lingering in your closet or on your bookshelf.

Dust them off then see whether theyre worth anything.

UseBookScouterto see how much your books are worth.

Heads up: They might not sell immediately, but you might at least get the selling process rolling.

Once you secure a freebie, you might resell it for extra money.

After all, you got it for free, so this is a risk-free way to make fast cash.

Sell Household Items You Dont Use

If youve been meaning to declutter your house, nows the time.

Make some fast moneywhile also gaining space in your home.

Look through your kitchen cabinets, your desk drawers and your utility closet.

Whatever you dont need, purge.

Got a driveway or a parking space in a lot or garage you dont need?

If youre in a busy city or tourist spot, all the better.

you’re able to make extra cash renting it out.

Just verify your city and your landlord (if you rent) allow it.

You could make passive income much easier than working a part time job.

The parking space owner gets around 80 percent of the fee.

More than 600 parking spaces across the United States are listed onCurbFlip.

According to CurbFlip, more than 10,000 drivers around the world search the site for parking each day.

Find quick-paying online gigs through AmazonsMechanical Turk(MTurk) orClickworker.

Some companies pay freelancers rather than hiring an employee to save money.

You need 20,000 views on one video to make $100.

You must reach a balance of $100 to get paid by YouTube.

Are you an avid fan of creators on YouTube?

Well, you too can use the platform to give your bank account a boost.

You no longer need a Hollywood agent or even a headshot to make money entertaining people.

TikTok is the wild, wild west of being discovered directly by an audience for your unique talents.

It can add up, but you need the numbers.

Heres how togive TikTok a try.

These days, you dont have to participate in paid focus groups in person.

Heres more info onhow to participate.

Got an old iPhone or Android collecting dust?

Clear your data first then it becomes an easy source for extra cash.

Three of the biggest sites to sell phones includeSwappa,Gazelle, andDecluttr.

There are dozens more.

The first step is to find out how much your phone is worth.

Depending on the condition of your machine, you could earn fast cash.

For example, an iPhone X with 64GB of storage in decent condition could get you $65.

A newer tablet, on the other hand, could help you bag more than $100.

Remember those gold and silver collectors coins your grandpa gave you?

Or maybe you have an old piece of jewelry from a long-ago ex.

Exchange these items for some fast cash.

Use a few of these tips tosell your gold for cash.

So shop around and get at least three estimates.

Apply for an emergency grant from these organizations:

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Some programs have expired, and benefits vary depending on how each state implemented the federal boosts.

But you might claim money retroactively in some cases.

Heres amap showinghow much each state has been paying in unemployment.

You dont have to have acting experience to be an extra, just a free day.

Sign up with one so you will be notified if there is casting you might fit.

There shouldnt be a fee, but they may charge to take a headshot.

If you get work, the agency will take a cut.

The Penny Hoarder readerJared Zajac was an extrain two major blockbusters filmed in his town, Cleveland, Ohio.

Also, this is a part time job that makes for good conversation.

you’ve got the option to also make some quick cash participating in less invasive and less time-consumingacademicresearch.

Look for opportunities to become a research participant if you live near a university or other research institution.

And dont forget about family, friends, coworkers and neighbors!

It often pays in cash as soon as youve completed the gig.

Advertise your services onCare.comto reach more people in your community.

Services include midday walks and visits, in-home overnight watches and boarding at the sitters home.

Tons of apps help you secure a pet-sitting side gig, but you likely wont pocket the money immediately.

Check outCare.com,RoverandMeowtel.

you could post in a local Facebook community page, or advertise on Craigslist.

Heres the lowdown on what you need tobecome a pet-sitter.

Look into plasma donation centers near you.

Be sure to do your research.

Once you sign up as a donor, you might get texts alerting you to the next drive.

you’ve got the option to usually give blood about every three months.

Here are moredetailsabout gift cards worth your blood.

Set up a simple website through a service likeWixorSquarespaceto describe your offerings and rates.

Have a Car Wash

Potential earnings:Folks will pay $10 to $20 a car.

(Ask for donations, dont set a price.)

To draw customers in:

Creative Ways to Make Extra Cash

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You dont have to make an upfront investment.

Amazon is a great option because of how many people visit the site every day.

But some creators prefer other services for better royalties or more product options.

Dont forget to promote your work on your personal social media accounts.

When someone buys your photo, you get 50% of the price; Foap takes the other half.

Most photos sell for $10.

If you have the photography chops and a solid camera, microstock websites will be a little more lucrative.

These are sites that host and sell stock photography.

Popular companies include iStock, Shutterstock and Getty Images.

Here are some tips:

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Be a Virtual Busker

Potential earnings:You set your price!

How fast:When something sells, or people donate you get money directly.

Ever thought about doing the same thing online?

Some ideas:

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Stop getting paid in compliments, and start… gettingpaid.

In some states, you cansell home-baked goodsas a side hustle without a permit or license.

Advertise your products through Instagram, Facebook, Craigslist, fliers and your self-designed website.

Bonus: you’re free to set your own hours.

Yes, companies pay for your opinion.

Here are some of themost popular survey sites:

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InboxDollars

Research companies pay people throughInboxDollarsto watch videos and then fill out surveys about them.

You just have to answer honestly, and InboxDollars will continue to pay you every month.

MyPoints

MyPointsaggregates online survey opportunities and pays in gift cards to dozens of major retailers.

Most surveys earn you less than 100 points, but some earn you up to 400 points.

For perspective, 480 points gets you a $3 Amazon gift card.

It aggregates survey opportunities and directs you to third parties to complete surveys.

Survey Junkie

Survey Junkiematches you with online survey opportunities based on your profile on the site.

Youll earn points you might cash out via PayPal, Dwolla or gift cards.

Each point is worth about a penny, so surveys earn you 2 cents to $2.

Ipsos i-Say

Ipsos surveys are popular and well-known for their political polling.

The company also runsi-Saysurveys to get customer opinions on brands, entertainment, advertising and trending topics.

Cash out directly via PayPal, or opt for gift cards to major retailers.

When you need money immediately, put your efforts toward tasks that will put cash directly in your hand.

Sell stuff to people in your community, rather than listing it on a marketplace.

Busk or ask for donations.

Offer services to your neighbors even if they only want to help you out.

How can I make $200 fast?

How can I make $1,000 fast?

One simple way to get the money today is to ask for pay in advance of the work.

Get a paycheck advance, or negotiate with a freelance client to pay upfront.

But thats a tough ask.

If you cant earn the money quickly enough, you might have to consider taking on debt.

How can I make $100 a day?

Katherine Snow Smith is a senior writer at The Penny Hoarder.

Carson Kohler is a former staff writer.