7 Ways to Run Errands For Money
Do you want to make extra cash but need the flexibility to work around school or a full-time job? It’s easier than you might think. Earning money on the side can be as simple as running errands!
I know, that sounds crazy, but it’s true. You can actually run errands for money. There are a lot of great services that connect someone like you with people willing to pay to have simple tasks and errands completed for them.
So what are you waiting for? Put a little extra cash in your wallet by running errands on your schedule.
1. Deliver for Uber Eats
You might already know that driving for Uber is a great way to earn some extra cash. There’s even more potential to earn money with UberEats. Why? Because unlike traditional Uber, UberEats arranges delivery by bike or scooter in addition to a car. That means you can get in your daily workout while getting paid to deliver food!
Plus, one of the best parts about delivering for UberEats is that they offer same-day payouts. If you want to get paid every day…you can!
If Uber’s not yet in your area, or you’re looking for an alternative, you might want to check out DoorDash. They have a similar app-based model that pays you to deliver food orders. Both services allow you to control your own schedule. And great news – most people have a habit of tipping their delivery drivers!
2. Become a House Sitter
When people go out of town, they need someone to bring in their mail, water their plants, and make sure their home is safe. You can make $30-$50 a day per house as a house sitter! Getting started is super easy – just create a profile and search for openings at housesitter.com.
We suggest adding a profile picture and a few details, which will make you look more trustworthy compared to other candidates. If you like animals, this a great site because people will often be willing to pay more for pet sitting in addition to house sitting services.
3. Complete Household Tasks
Sites like TaskRabbit allow you to post your availability for simple household tasks. Get paid to do common tasks like assembling furniture (up to $100 per project), lift or rearrange furniture (up to $80 per project), or other tasks like yard work or picking up dry cleaning.
TaskRabbit gives you the flexibility to search for existing errands and create your own schedule. As a bonus, TaskRabbit makes it super easy for satisfied clients to refer you to their friends, so there’s more than just payment as a reward for a job well done!
4. Shop for Groceries
When people have a busy schedule, one of the easiest errands for them to outsource is grocery shopping. With Instacart, you get paid to shop for groceries at local stores and then deliver them to customers.
Instacart gives customers the ability to tip, so if you’re efficient and friendly, this is a great way to make some extra cash. One of the best parts about Instacart is that you can apply in as little as five minutes and, after an in-person training session, you can start working in as little as a week.
5. Miscellaneous Errands
Picking up prescriptions, dropping off donations, waiting in line to mail a package at the post office – these are just a few of the many errands you can get paid to do for others. Search on a site like SoManyErrands.com to see what people in your area need, and how much they’ll pay you to do it. You’ll want to login to a site like this multiple times a day so that you don’t miss out on the latest opportunities.
6. Digital Errands
Let’s not forget that lots of errands in our world today aren’t physical, they’re digital! Working as a virtual assistant on a site like Fiverr.com is a great way to make a few extra bucks in your spare time – without ever leaving your couch.
Proofread documents, create logos, take surveys, schedule meetings … the list is nearly limitless. The best part is that you can get paid to complete errands anywhere there’s an internet connection, so you’re not limited by transportation or geography.
7. Walk or Sit for Pets
Most dog owners will tell you that their dog is part of the family. So no wonder there are awesome services out there like Rover where pet owners can find people – like you – to walk their dogs or pet sit when they’re away.
You can earn $20 for a 30-minute walk, and even more for long-term pet watching or boarding.
On Rover.com, you can set your schedule so that you’re only walking (or watching) during the days and times that work best for you. This is one of the best side jobs for someone who loves animals!
