by Turo
posted on August 12, 2019
Is your smartphone working hard enough for you?
There’s an app for almost everything these days. Need to find a parking space? Download the app. Need to book tomorrow’s yoga class? There’s an app for that, too.
Want to make extra money on the side? There’s an app. Actually, there are lots of them. Some apps earn you rebates. Other apps pay for you to sell online. There are even apps to share your car, your house, even your empty parking pace.
So why not turn your mindless scrolling into extra income for you with these 20 popular money-making apps.
Apps for selling your stuff
Looking to jump on the minimalist bandwagon while earning some extra cash selling off your things? There are lots of apps for that!
1. Bookscouter
BookScouter helps you sell your books and textbooks at the best price by displaying what other websites will be willing to pay for each book.
2. Poshmark
You can sell new or used clothing, shoes, and accessories on Poshmark. Sellers only need to upload photos of their items from their phone to the app and list them for sale.
3. ThredUp
Thredup is an online consignment shop. You put your items in their clean out kit, send it back to Thredup, and within a few weeks, you can be earning money on things you didn’t want to keep but were still in good shape.
4. Letgo
Letgo lets you list big items like furniture along with books online and sell to local buyers. In the process, you eliminate sending goods and not receiving payment.
5. Chairish
If you have vintage furniture and home accessories to sell, then Chairish is the app for you. The app even has a “View My Space” function that lets buyers see your item in their own space, making it easier for them to decide.
Sharing economy apps
Want to use what you already own to make a few extra bucks? The sharing economy is the space for you.
1. Turo
If you’re like many people, you’re not always driving your car. So why not let your vehicle earn you money while you’re at work or home for the weekend?
Turo lets you list your car and connects you to drivers interested in driving your vehicle for a day or two or seven. From the Turo app, you can manage your car’s performance and respond to inquiries, helping you earn even more money as a host. Download the Turo app from the iOS App Store or the from the Google Play Store.
2. Airbnb
The Airbnb app keeps you connected to travelers who may be interested in renting your property. If you already have your home listed, you’ll be able to respond to emails, update your availability calendar, and fix problems faster with the app.
All of this makes you a better host with better reviews, which hopefully drives up the demand for your property.
3. SpotHero
If you live by an airport, a ballpark, or in a big city and you have a parking spot to rent out, SpotHero makes it easy to earn extra money without doing much.
The SpotHero app lists out available parking in the area. It showcases photos, reviews and manages the bookings. You then receive a payment each month.
4. Vayable
If you happen to be living in a destination people flock to, you can make money by sharing your experiences and guiding visitors around your city. Vayable connects travelers with locals to help them experience the city in a new way.
5. Rover
If you’re a pet lover, you could earn money through Rover, a marketplace that buys and sells pet care services, including dog boarding. Pet owners will be at ease by staying connected with you through the Rover app.
The sharing economy relies heavily on reviews. So, the better the reviews, the more opportunities for you to earn.
Gig economy apps
If you like flexibility in your schedule, then the gig economy is made for you. Here are five apps to check out now.
1. Bellhops
Help people move by signing up for the Bellhops, an app that connects consumers looking for help moving. You could earn $15 – $21 per hour (average, including tips) with the app.
2. Care.com
Care.com connects families looking for reliable childcare and senior care to caregivers nearby. You decide what type of services you offer and go through the screening process. Once listed, Care.com can see your profile and hire you through the website.
3. Uber and Lyft
Uber and Lyft apps are two of the most well known money-making apps in the gig economy. As a driver, you set your hours as well as how much time you are available to drive, making it a great side hustle.
4. Doordash and Uber Eats
Make money on the side by delivering food. If you have time and don’t mind running errands for others, you can use that to your advantage with a variety of food delivery jobs.
5. Wag!
For dog lovers, getting paid to walk a dog seems like free money. Dog owners can sign up on the Wag! app when they need someone to take their dog out. Nearby Wag walkers accept the job and get paid after every walk.
Rebates apps
If you love to shop but enjoy finding deals even more, then rebate apps are a perfect addition to your smartphone.
1. Rakuten (formerly Ebates)
You earn money by shopping through the Rakuten app or website. The amount of cash back you’ll receive will be listed by item or in some cases, by the site (for example, purchases on Amazon could earn you up to 5% cash back).
2. Shopkick
This app offers users rewards for shopping online and in-stores by completing regular shopping activities like walking into stores, scanning items, and submitting receipts.
3. Ibotta
Ibotta allows consumers to use coupons and coupon stacking while earning cash back.
4. Dosh
Dosh makes the cash back process one step easier by eliminating the need to take photos of receipts. You download the app, connect your credit card, and if you purchase with a participating store, you earn cash back. There are security questions, as you can imagine, many of which have been addressed by various bloggers and websites.
5. Swagbucks
Swagbucks lets you earn gift cards while completing tasks like shopping online, completing surveys, and watching videos.
Put your smartphone to work for you
So, where do you start? Try a couple of these money-making apps to see which ones are a good fit for your money-making needs, and watch the money roll into your bank account.
Want to try an app that could potentially earn you up to $1,000/per month? Learn more about Turo and how you can put your car to work for you.
The Turo app will let you manage everything from your smartphone, and you start making money once someone books your car.
Go ahead, give Turo a try.
