Pet sit
With summer weather comes summer vacations, and that means folks heading out of town are looking for responsible, reliable people to provide quality care for their furry family members. You can keep it simple with sites like Rover, taking pets for a walk while their humans are at work. You could even just hang out with the cats and dogs, playing for the day. Or you can go further, taking care of pets for multiple days in your home or theirs.
House sit
In that same vein of vacationing, sometimes people heading out of town just want someone to check in, water the plants, and make sure everything’s in order. House sitting can be a great way to earn extra cash, especially if you have a network of friends and family who know you’re available. Even if you don’t, there are plenty of sites and apps to help connect you with people looking for a house sitter.
Rent out your home
In Montana, the busy tourist season can mean a chance to earn a bit of extra income. If you own your own home or land, you might be able to rent out rooms, or even just camping spots, to travelers looking for a space to stay. Take advantage of the surge in summer visitation to see what you can make on the side, whether through Airbnb, VRBO, or other rental platforms.
Landscaping
As the grass grows and weeds start to seed, the need for landscaping services skyrocket. If you have a lawnmower, you can peddle your services to neighbors and acquaintances looking for help. Mowing lawns is just the tip of the iceberg here. You can weed gardens, water grass, or trim hedges too.
Become a tutor
When schools are out for the summer, it can be easy for students to fall behind. If you have expertise in a specific academic area, or you’re used to teaching already, you can offer your services to make a little extra money on the side. You can even tutor online if you don’t know anyone in your area who needs extra help.
Grocery shop
By this point, most of us are familiar with services like Instacart and DoorDash that let people pay for services like grocery shopping or takeout delivery. Signing on to do the shopping on demand can put a little extra cash in your pocket, without the burden of a time commitment and set schedule.
When you start earning, your side hustle might become a business. For all the small business and savings tips you need, check out the rest of the RMCU blog. And when you open an account, you know your savings are safe and in the community.
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