I set out to write the best damn passive income ideas post on the Internet.
Because here’s the thing. Most “passive income” list posts just repeat the same boilerplate ideas–open a high interest savings account, for example.
And yes, that will earn you a small amount of passive income (and I’ll certainly mention it as an option below), but my guess is you’re looking for something a little more substantial.
Vending machines are a classic passive income source that continues to be profitable today.
We had Mr. Passive himself, Mike Hoffman, in the show before to talk about how to scale up his vending machine business.
And one of his mentees is here today.
Anthony Kolodziej from H&H Vending scaled his vending operation from zero to over $50k per month in just 16 months.
That’s 30+ locations, thousands of transactions, and a strategy that turns vending into something way beyond the old-school snack machine in the corner of a breakroom.
What if you could turn a hobby into a six-figure business, grow it while raising three kids and living overseas, and then sell it for $120,000?
Samantha Hamilton did exactly that with her former Disney-inspired running skirt business, Dottie for Running.
What started as a mom-made tutu she wore to races turned into a thriving e-commerce brand serving a passionate niche community.
In this episode, Samantha shares how she identified the opportunity, navigated the challenges of production and growth, and ultimately prepared the business for a successful sale through Flippa.
Got the gift of gab? You can actually make money just by talking!
Some platforms pay for flirty chats, others for friendly companionship, and some even let you earn while gaming or teaching English.
This guide breaks down real ways to turn conversations into cash.
What are the best ways to make money without a car?
Whether you don’t have a car, don’t want to spend more money on gas, or just want to stay home, we’ve got a side hustle for you.
(Uber and DoorDash aren’t the only games in town!)
Scrambly is a cash back rewards platform that lets you make money online by playing mobile games, completing challenges, and trying new services.
According to the company, monthly earnings typically range from $50 to $500.
But are those earnings realistic?
My latest side hustle experiment is as a User Interviews survey respondent.
(I’m up $105 so far, in exchange for about an hour and a half.)
An automated business can help you make the 4-Hour Workweek a reality.
And while most businesses can be automated to a certain extent, some models are more ripe for automation than others.
In this post, I’ll break down Side Hustle Nation’s top automated business ideas
Ever thought about turning your video game obsession into actual income?
Gloria Riley from YellowLlamaCo.com creates and sells custom digital planners and templates for fans of The Sims computer game.
She’s built a full-time income by helping “serious simmers” organize their gameplay, track their virtual families, and stay connected to their digital worlds.
How can you make $20k a month?
With the rising cost of living, many people have been asking that same question. Earning $20,000 a month equates to $240k a year — a healthy 6-figure income.
But whether you’re trying to make ends meet, pay down debt, or simply pad your savings, making $20k a month will definitely help you get there.
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