Nowadays, who doesn’t need extra ways to get cash?  Even if you’re one of the lucky Americans that have a great paying job- it seems there’s no guarantee anymore. In a recession, it’s always a good idea to put away extra money whenever you can.  Here are a few ways to get cash in addition to your day job:

1. Have a garage sale. Go through your old junk and get rid of anything you haven’t used in the last year. Odds are, if you haven’t used it in the last year- you probably won’t use it in the year to come. So, why have it hanging around when you could pocket the cash?

2. Checkout local job boards or websites like Craigslist for odd jobs. Sometimes people are willing to pay pretty decent money for quick and easy tasks- like moving furniture.

3. Consider taking on a part-time job on the weekends. You may be surprised at how many companies just need a little help for a few hours on the weekend.

Although these may seem trivial- the money will add up. And, if a rainy day should arise- you’ll be ready.