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Earn Christmas Money OnlineSince we've been stuck at home a lot this year, I figured I'd make the most of my time and make some extra Christmas money. One of the best ways I've found to make extra money is to participate in Swagbucks. You must be patient, and it takes a lot of time some days, but you can easily make $25 a month and more. My favorite rewards are Paypal and Amazon.

 

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Working From HomeMany people are attempting to work from home during the current lockdown. Here are some tips for being effective without having to go into the office.

 

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Safe Way to be Paid for Large Ticket Items on CraigslistHave them meet you at the bank and do a cash deal inside the bank. Make it a point to deposit the cash then and there. If they are crooked people, they know not to follow you to get it back because they saw you deposit it.

 

Using a lint roller on a scratch off lottery ticket.

Lint Roller For No Mess Scratch Lottery TicketsEverybody loves scratch offs but the silver shavings that come off are very messy and hard to remove from fabric. Today, that changes! Roll a lint roller over the scratched ticket and it will pick up every last bit of that mess.'

 

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The Value of Working Part TimeWhy do people want to 'devalue' a part time employee? Part time jobs are of value to both the employer and the employee. I work several part time jobs, mostly at home.

 

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House Sitting Service During the SummerI am 14 and I put up posters around town for my house sitting service during the summer. Before long, I had 5 different jobs lined up. I charged 5-10 dollars a day, depending on how much work it was. I made over four hundred dollar in about 8 months.

 

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Craft Camp as Summer JobI'm 13, with sisters of 11 and 9. We live in a community with lots of little kids. In the summer, we hand out fliers and set up crafts.

 

Getting Good Tips Waiting Tables

Increase Tips When Waiting TablesThe best way to get good tips while waiting tables is to create a satisfying dining experience for your guests. The following 5 steps are generally accepted as universal.

 

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Paid Survey Site: Opinion OutpostThis site is a site I have tried. I did about two weeks worth of surveys. I earned 140 opinion points and cashed out through Paypal for fourteen dollars.

 

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Earn Money From Your Search EngineSince Hubby retired, I have joined a website called www.MyPoints.com and downloaded their search engine. The more your search with it, the more points are earned. They email you bargains and surveys daily, as well.

 

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Savvy Accessory ShoppingIt's been many years since I purchased a brand new handbag for myself. At first, I searched thrift stores and estate sales and didn't find anything to my liking. Either the purses were too big, too small or too old fashioned.

 

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America Publishing Envelope StuffingI sent $40.00 for envelope stuffing material and got back nothing but a "Secret Home Employment Guide". The offer was supposed to be money back guaranteed. Ha ha! HUGE SCAM! Don't answer newspaper ads from America Publishing, New Haven, CT.

 

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Product Review: Makemoneytakingsurveys.orgThis product is a complete let down. I purchased it about 3 weeks ago and have not made a cent. All that comes with this product is a database of survey companies which you can access your self in a very short search of the net.

 

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Buy at Garage Sales and Make MoneyI love eBay and have been very lucky at finding valuable items to sell on ebay at garage sales. My latest "coup", a Getzen trumpet that I paid $25 for, and sold on eBay for $750.

 

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Do Online Surveys for RewardsI signed up for surveys that you get points for answering. They give rewards of either merchandise or cash. For the last 4 years each October, I turn in the points for gift cards or merchandise to be used as gifts.

 

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Use Cereal Boxes For Shipping Ebay ItemsMy goal for this month is to declutter and sell my extras on ebay. In the past I have used the free flat rate shipping boxes from the post office. However, with prices on shipping so high, it seems I get less bids.

 

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Use Cereal Boxes For MailingI have been selling some of my daughter's outgrown clothing on ebay. To ship the items, I save and use empty cereal boxes and wrap them in inexpensive brown craft paper.

 

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Do Surveys For Discounts On Your Next Shopping TripWhen shopping in certain stores, they ask you to complete a survey online or on the phone. If you complete the survey they give you a code and you qualify for a specific percentage off your next purchase. No matter how much you spent.

 

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Buyer Protection For Online Auction PurchasesPayPal and other programs provide buyer protection for online auctions. This can help resolve disputes if a product isn't delivered as promised. The problem with this protection is that it doesn't necessarily cover the full price of your bid.

 

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Note the Shipping Charge When Bidding On Online AuctionsYou can find good deals at online auctions but one trick that some sellers play is they offer a low bid price for the product, but have a really high shipping price. Never bid on an item until you have calculated the cost of your bid and the shipping charge.

 

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Selling Video GamesIf your kids need extra cash this summer, help them sell their old and unwanted video games on eBay. After a few months of play most video games are put on the shelf never to be played again. There are always people looking to buy used video games on eBay.

 

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Working for Local Elections and the CensusThose who live frugally pick up extra money here and there when they can. I have worked my way into a position as an inspector for our local elections, which is a steady gig a few times a year.

 

Doing It the eBay WayThere is something to be said for the lure of on-line auctions. While as a consumer it offers a look across the world at what sellers have to offer, it also provides a seller with opportunities once unavailable.

 

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"Credit" on eBayIf you're an eBay user, this might be a helpful tip. I used to buy things on eBay only occasionally, but after my son was born a few years ago, I started to buy more, usually for him. I also started selling things around my house that I no longer use, and stumbled upon a great thing--my own "free credit" on eBay! . . .

 

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Sell Your Infant and Toddler ClothingSell your old infant/toddlers clothes to a consignment shop or have a garage sale. You'll be amazed on how much you receive.

 

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