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Rental Arbitrage: How I Made $700k Last Year Renting Out Other People’s Properties

November 30, 2023

Making money in real estate typically requires owning the property, right?

Coming up with a large down payment, securing financing, dealing with tenants, handling maintenance and repairs. The barriers to entry aren’t exactly low.

But what if you could skip all that and still bring in serious cash flow by renting out apartments and homes without buying them?

When Richie Matthews and his wife were looking to supplement their seasonal events business in late 2019, rental arbitrage seemed like an ideal side hustle.

Little did they know that just a few months later, that tiny side hustle would quickly scale into a business managing 60 units and generating over $2.5 million in revenue and $700k in profits. He now runs his company, iStayUSA.com.

10 Creative Side Hustles that Make Real Money – Part 6

March 31, 2025November 23, 2023

It’s that time of year again—Thanksgiving!

Since 2018, I’ve celebrated the holiday with an annual roundup of some of the most creative, outside-the-box side hustle ideas and stories that have come across my desk.

These unique money-making side hustles stand out not just for their ingenuity but for the impressive income generated by ordinary people putting their skills, passions, and sheer determination to work.

12 Ways to Make Money as a Video Editor: Get Paid $50k a Year Editing Videos

January 16, 2024November 20, 2023

Becoming a professional video editor can be a great way to make money online.

Video editing is an in-demand skill, growing at a 12% per year pace. And when you see the millions of YouTube channels, TikTok videos, and Instagram reels, it really comes as no surprise.

Full-time video editors earn an average of $50k a year, and freelancers often command rates of $40 an hour and up, depending on experience.

So how can you get starting making money as a video editor? Here are some ideas.

Sell Used Appliances: The 7 Best Ways to Get Cash Fast

May 31, 2024November 18, 2023

Selling used appliances gave us $1100 toward the cost of new ones, and serious appliance sellers can even turn it into a full-time income.

Monetize Your Curiosity: $80k in Revenue for a Part-Time Vertical Farming Podcast

April 26, 2024November 16, 2023

Turn your curiosity into a thriving business!

When Harry Duran launched the Vertical Farming Podcast in 2020, he had zero experience or connections in the industry. Yet through strategic partnerships and consistency, he has established himself as a leading voice in this emerging space.

Fast forward just over three years later, the show generates over $80,000 in annual revenue. Harry is now seen as a leading authority in the space.

His show generates thousands in sponsorship revenue from companies eager to get in front of this highly targeted audience.

14 Best Remote Graphic Design Jobs Sites to Find Design Work Fast

January 16, 2024November 9, 2023

Whether you’re a full-time designer at your day job or just like to tinker around in Photoshop late into the night, finding the best remote graphic design jobs can be a quick and effective way to build a side-hustle.

Why are remote graphic design jobs perfect for side-hustlers?

Because they can be done from anywhere in the world with just a computer, your passion, and some serious talent!

Giving Away Ideas, Getting Great Guests, Growing Your Business, and More: 20 Questions With Nick

May 9, 2024November 9, 2023

We’ve got another round of 20 Questions from Side Hustle Nation listeners on the agenda today! I always enjoy tapping into your collective experience and the challenge of providing helpful answers off the cuff. As is customary on these episodes, I’ve filtered through a stack of questions from the Side Hustle Nation community over the … Read more

Building a 7-Figure Online Business in Just 2 Years

November 3, 2023October 26, 2023

It’s one thing to teach a toddler to read; it’s another entirely to transform that skill into a 7-figure business.

Spencer Russell exemplifies this journey. He built his business Toddlers Can Read from the ground up and achieved tremendous success in just 2 years.

Despite early setbacks with initial sales, he adapted by refining the course experience and struck gold with viral content on TikTok.

As Spencer innovates, scales, and plans a rebranding, he remains deeply committed to his mission—helping children everywhere unlock their reading potential.

Explore his strategies, learn from his experiences, and discover why he believes in giving your side hustle full-time energy.

How to Start a Daily Deals Business: $1000s/mo Sharing the Best Bargains in Your Niche

March 1, 2024October 19, 2023

David Paxton had a passion for golf but quickly realized how expensive the sport can be. Between equipment, apparel, shoes, and greens fees, costs add up fast.

As a self-described frugal guy, David appreciated good deals that helped make golf more affordable. So in July 2021, at the height of golf season, he had the idea to launch DailyGolfSteals.com — a website to curate and share the best daily golf deals he could find.

And thanks to David’s hustle and some key strategies, Daily Golf Steals earned over $2,000 in its very first month.

Tapestri App Review: Don’t Waste Your Time

January 31, 2025October 16, 2023

Tapestri promises to pay you in cash for information you’re already giving away.

But does the app deliver?

Your mileage my vary, but my data didn’t turn out to be worth much at all.

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