Remote-Friendly Ways for Seniors to Make Money from Home

 

1. Rent Out Your Unused Living Spaces

Having unused space could earn you a profit. Whether you have an unused guest house, spare room, or even a full apartment, consider renting it out. Depending on your location, square footage, and amenities, you could earn more than your mortgage or rent payments. Websites like Airbnb, Vrbo, and HouseTrip help connect short-term renters with landlords.

  • Time: Low to high
  • Earnings: $200–800 a month
  • Extra tools: Smartphone (for app usage and communication) and extra space

1. Try Your Hand at Entrepreneurship

Thirteen percent of Americans between 55 and 64 started a new business in 2019 — it’s never too late! You could start anything from an online store or bootstrapping your own media agency. Investing in your passions could keep you busy and earn you money on the side.

  • Time: High
  • Earnings: Varies in earnings
  • Extra tools: Other tools depending on your interest

2. Rent Your Extra Driveway Space

Your extra driveway space could be more valuable than you think. If you have a driveway in a safe area going unused, you could rent it out. Customers can park their campers, boats, four wheelers, cars, or trucks. You can make up to $320 a month on a platform like Boxcar.

  • Time: Low
  • Earnings: Up to $320 a month
  • Extra tools: Driveway, camera, or phone for pictures

3. Refurbish Furniture

Refurbishing old furniture could make you a lot of money and be a fun side project. If you frequently find used furniture to flip for your own living space, you could also start a business. Consider flipping furniture and selling it on Etsy, Facebook Marketplace, on your social media platforms, or your own website.

  • Time: High
  • Earnings: Varies in earnings
  • Extra tools: Computer, refurbishing tools, camera or smartphone

4. Help With Resume Writing

You may have already gone through your career and learned some valuable lessons. To help others get started on their own career journey, help write and edit resumes. Charge $50–$75 per resume to bring in extra side hustled profit. Taking it a step further, design resume templates to sell to your favorite customers at a premium.

  • Time: Low to high
  • Earnings: $50–75 per resume
  • Extra tools: Scripting software or illustrator (optional)

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