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Extra Cash - You work hard at your 9 to 5, but there is nothing like having extra cash coming in every month to buy yourself something nice—without hurting your pocket. Read on for tips for a starting a side hustle and possible jobs to try. By Natelege Whaley and Kellee Terrell (Photo: Jose Luis Pelaez, Inc./Blend Images/Corbis)

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Extending What You Already Do - For some of us, a side hustle can just be an extension of what we already do and parlaying that into a freelance gig. If you are a journalist with an office job, try writing for other publications, or if you are a graphic designer, start a logo design business for bloggers, websites and business cards. (Photo: suedhang/cultura/Corbis)

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Got Hobbies? - Want to try something new? Think about what else interests you. There's no reason why you can't sell your awesome handmade art on Etsy, for example. (Photo: Ariel Skelley/Corbis)

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Virtual Assistant - There are countless online companies that hire virtual assistants to help other companies manage administrative tasks. Bonus: You do the work from home! If you are good with organizing, setting up appointments, faxing, scanning and other office skills, this may be good for you. (Photo: Eric O'Connell/Getty Images)

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Ikea Furniture Expert - Are you good with your hands and tools? Think about being an Ikea furniture expert. People will pay good money for this type of service given that all of their items must be assembled at home. Tip: You might want to find a handy partner who can help you. (Photo: Frank Augstein/AP Photo, File)

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Ebay.com - Do you have any items in your closet that still have tags on them? Sign up for Ebay.com and become a seller and get some money back. Even gently worn items can bring in some decent cash. (Photo: Hill Street Studios/Sarah Golonk/Getty Images)

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Elance.com - Are you good at programming, mobile development, design, writing or other computer-based skills? Create a free account on Elance.com. In your downtime, you can make a few extra dollars working for companies looking for your skills. Note: Elance charges a 8.75 percent service fee for every invoice you submit. (Photo: Elance)

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Teach a Course Through Skillshare.com - Have you been practicing your craft for several years? Apply for Skillshare and share your unique knowledge and experiences. Students who are interested in your course will pay to learn what you have to offer.(Photo: Skillshare)

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oDesk - oDesk is another option for online freelancers in the creative fields. This company collects a 10 percent service charge out of your check when you get paid.  (Photo: ODesk)

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Airbnb.com - For those homeowners with extra space, rent it out on Airbnb.com. More people are looking for a local experience when traveling, so take advantage of the demand. (Photo: Ariel Skelley/Getty Images)

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Baking - You love making cakes and cookies on your downtime, so why not sell your products to sweet-toothed customers for birthdays, baby showers or weddings? Ask family members or friends to be your first customers and use social media to promote your new creations. (Photo: Hero Images/Corbis)

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Mystery Shopper - The idea of being a mystery shopper, where you’re paid to review goods and services, isn't new. But not every company is legitimate. To avoid scammers, read online forums and also be sure the company is listed on Mystery Shopping Providers Association, which is accredited by the Better Business Bureau. (Photo: eathegee Inc/Blend Images/Corbis)

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Rent Out Your Car - Leaving town? Let your car make money for you while you're away through RelayRides.com. The service provides a $1 million liability policy for each rental, which covers any debt or damage. You decide who gets to rent your car and set the price.(Photo: Hero Images/Getty Images)

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Cleaning Business - Who doesn't need a room in their home or office cleaned? For busy people, straightening up can be a hard chore to keep up with. Offer to organize their space and cash out for it. Advertise your services on Craigslist or start within your network. You never know who might need it.(Photo: Hill Street Studios/Getty Images)

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Personal Chef/Catering - Let your cooking skills work for you. Draft up an invite and tell your friends and family to save the date for a food sampling dinner. Charge them a small fee to start building up your money, then show off your best plates so that people will remember you. When an event comes up, you will be the first person that comes to mind.(Photo: Troels Graugaard/Getty Images)

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House Sitting - House sitting is a great way to make money with relatively little effort. Just make sure that you and the owner see eye-to-eye on what your job entails: Taking care of pets, checking mail, staying overnight, watering plants, etc.(Photo: LWA/Getty Images)