Five ways to make some extra cash this Christmas
29th December 2011
The holiday season is known for being expensive, leading most households to look for ways to make extra cash. With everyone from The Guardian to The Mirror suggesting ways to achieve this, here are five ways you can make extra cash this Christmas;
Sell unwanted items
The Mirror recently claimed that selling unwanted items such as DVDs, CDs and even mobile phones is the perfect way to make some extra cash. Shifting unwanted items before the big day will not only boost your cash flow, but will also save you space in your home.
Make and sell your own products
The Guardian and LoveMoney.com both name making and selling your own products as a great way to make extra cash. Whether you create a festive hamper, knit your own winter clothing or make your own handmade cards, they are likely to prove popular at Christmas fetes, helping you to make some much needed money.
Do overtime
A number of businesses will be open between Christmas and New Year, doing overtime during this period will often see you offered higher rates of pay.
Get a second job
If you have the time, getting a second job could be right for you at this time of year. According to The Guardian, working temporarily for the Post Office over the Christmas period can earn you anything from £7 to £18 an hour. Whether you are sorting the mail or driving deliveries around, this is a great way to get some extra cash before the big day.
Be santa
Even Santa needs help at this time of year and this means he relies on conscientious helpers to don his festive clothes get stuck in! Whether this is done within a department store or as entertainment for a party, The Guardian suggests that it is the number one way to make money at Christmas, claiming you could earn hundreds of pounds for a short period of work.
Whatever you do to make money for Christmas – having an income protection plan in place will safeguard your wage should you become too ill to work.
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