Learn how in the Forum Introduction Guide. Credit Cards Debt-Free Wannabe Savings and Investments. Utilities Old Style MoneySaving MoneySaving in Relationships.

Grabbit Shop don't drop Freebies Competitions. Join s of MoneySavers in the Forum's many discussion boards. For all the latest deals, guides and loopholes - join the 12m who get it. Jenny Edited by Steve N. Updated 16 May There are scores of legit ways to add to your income, whether selling stuff, working from home or going online.

After all, no matter how good a MoneySaver you are, a bit more money's always useful. Too many of us let cash languish in accounts or in products paying rotten returns. Shake off this laziness and make your money work harder, plus hunt down any forgotten funds or concealed cash. You may be amazed at what you find. There's nowt more powerful than sorting out your own finances. Before anything else, this is the most important starting point.

How do I do it? Use the step-by-step Money Makeover guide. Just use the card for all your normal spending. For updated best buys, see the Top Cashback Cards guide. For all the latest deals, guides and loopholes - join the 10m who get it. Make sure you're getting the most out of your savings. Too many people leave their savings in pitiful high street bank accounts where former best buy rates have dropped massively.

Even worse, you may have it in a current account earning just 0. Five minutes' work will let you increase the interest massively. See Top Savings AccountsStarting Saving and Best Bank Accounts.

As often these are best buys anyway, take it and smile. See Best Bank Accounts for a full guide on how to switch accounts, what the best deals are and what sort of account is right for you. Most people who try to save while they're in debt are simply throwing their money away. The amount you pay in interest to borrow is much more than you earn on your savings, so pay the debt off with savings and you're quids in. See the full Should I Pay Off My Debts? The rather nifty tool from benefits specialists Entitledto in our Benefits Checkup guide does the work for you.

For more, read the Benefits Check-upPension Boosting and Childcare Costs guides. This is known as stoozing. It's legal and can be profitable, yet it's only for the really financially savvy.

For a full how-to, see the step-by-step Stoozing: Make Free Cash guide. Whenever you finish using something, whether it's kids' clothes they've grown out of or an embarrassing old CD To take it up a notch, join the forum's mega-popular KonMari thread, where fans of the Japanese tidying craze share tips on how to purge every item that doesn't "spark joy".

If you've got it, and don't need it, flog it. Local Facebook groups and the in-app Facebook Marketplace are where, instead of eBaying second-hand goods, people harness Facebook's power to sell to others in the local community. The best bit is there are NO fees, so you keep the profit. It tells you how to find the right local groups and get the best price, plus make sure you stay safe when selling.

Several sites let you quickly trade in old CDs, DVDs, computer games and Blu-rays for cash. The sites are easy to use and give instant quotes, so if you've got loads to get rid of, you could speedily make a bit extra.

Also see how to get max cash for old books. Type in the barcode, ISBN or product name on the site to get an instant valuation. Each site is different, and some offer more for certain items than others, so always compare a few. Some also have a minimum number of items you need to trade in, or a minimum overall value needed, so you may need a few to sell. Once you've compared and found the top payer, you simply accept the valuations and send your stuff to the them.

Postage is usually free, but always check. Always ensure items are packed well, as, in most cases, any that fail basic quality checks will not be sent back to you. You'll then get paid, either by cheque, PayPal or bank transfer, depending which service you've used. All these companies aim to send payment for accepted items within about seven or eight days of receiving them, though forumites' feedback suggests it can be longer.

Where these sites win is convenience. The top trade-in sites. This table shows the main players, and what you can trade in with each. They have been chosen based on feedback from the forum. If you've had a positive or negative experience with any of these, please post in the individual forum threads. Remember there's no protection if things go wrong or a site goes bust. We don't check companies' solvency. Can I do better elsewhere?

Your listing stays up till it sells. It's different for other items, for a full list see Amazon fees. Use trade-in sites for less hassle. If you need speed and ease, trade-in website WeBuyBooks. Prices can be lower than selling them yourself though. See the forum's Sell Your Books thread. It may surprise you, but there are people out there willing to PAY for what you normally chuck away.

From loo roll tubes to empty perfume bottles, your recycling or rubbish bin is full of items you can sell to those doing arts and crafts. Find out more in Flog Your Rubbish For Cash. If you've lots of unwanted clothing, forumites have reported success using 'cash for clothes' companies, which will often buy a wide range of clothes, including coats and sometimes shoes and bedding too.

Of course, if you're not strapped for cash, you could donate your clothes to charity instead. And for clothes in really good condition, you'll likely get more selling on Facebook or eBay, so this is best for clothing which isn't top quality and won't fetch much online. It's an easy way to get rid of unwanted clothes and get a few quid for it. To find a local company, use a search engine to find 'cash for clothes' in your area.

They can be found in most big towns and cities, eg, we found Bob's Cash for Clothes in London which pays up to 60p per kilo. The amount you pay and items accepted will vary depending on the company. If you've an old bridal gown boxed up in the loft, dig it out and turn it into cash. A host of wedding dress selling sites promise help. Here, you upload a description and some photos. The buyer usually comes round in person to try it on.

As you set the price, first find your frock's true worth. Even if you accept a cheque, it can take a week for it to clear. The exception's eBay, which tends to have better protection.

This can be big money, as forumite fran-o found: The top FREE wedding dress selling sites. If you're looking for speed, you might want to consider the paid-for sites below, but if you can wait, first try your luck on these fee-free sites. It's free to sell on and is popular with brides hunting for second-hand gowns. Also worth adding is The Dressmarketwhere a basic advert with one photo is free it makes money from selling optional upgrades, eg, extra photos.

The top paid-for sites. No joy on the freebies? There are also specialist bridal gown selling sites, which are especially good if you're selling a frock by a named designer. While we've little feedback from MoneySavers who've sold via these, we hear good things from buyers. If you've an eye for car booty, buy items cheaply and sell them at a profit on eBay or other auction sites. Be sure to arrive early to beat other bargain hunters.

You can use Car Boot Junction or Carbootsales. The big money lies in spotting collectables to sell on, so research online first or subtly use your mobile phone's web browser. Fill in the search box and tick 'sold listings' on the left-hand grey bar. It'll come up with a list of prices similar auctions have already fetched.

Then sort by "Price: The earning potential increases with your knowledge of rare items and collectable brands, and a little luck doesn't go amiss either. Full tips on avoiding rip-offs and maximising your earnings in Sell Gold for Max Cash. Journalists are always looking for dramatic stories. If you've been in an extreme situation, come close to death or have any other gripping or extraordinary tales to tell about your life, why not get paid and have it published? Even amusing photos can earn good cash prizes in some magazines.

Many magazines pay a premium for interesting letters and photos. Fill in the form online at Take A Break. Join the discussion, read other MoneySavers' top suggestions, or add your own in the Sell your story thread. Printer cartridges are expensive, sometimes even more costly than the printers themselves. So, next time one runs out, offset the cost of a new one by recycling the empty one for cash, or Tesco Clubcard points. Try Cash For CartridgesRecycle Ink Cartridges and Infotone.

Though some recycling sites will take your empty cartridges, they may only pay for certain ones, so check feedback and compare prices. Alternatively, recycle the empty cartridges with Tesco and earn up to Clubcard points for each cartridge. Each point is worth 1p in store but up to four times as much if you redeem on goodies with Clubcard Boost such as breakdown cover, days out and holidays away. See The Recycling Factory for full details. Read more about Tesco Clubcard: There's more on maximising Tesco Clubcard points in the Boost Tesco Points guide.

Join the discussion, read other MoneySavers' recommendations, or add your own, in the Recycling printer cartridges for cash thread. Ever watched Storage Huntersthe U. Now you can do it yourself, with lost luggage auctions. For a full guide, including which auction houses do this, see Lost Luggage Auctions. It's also worth checking out Police Auctionswhere forces across the UK sell lost property or goods seized from criminals when they can't find the rightful owner.

It's cracking for bicycles, among other things. The more recent the handset, the more you'll get for it. CEX can win on price but Sellmymobile has a 'best price guarantee' and says if you find a higher price within 24 hours of placing your order, it will refund you double the difference. See the Sell Old Mobiles guide for more info. It's amazing what you can rent out for cash, especially if you live in a busy area. See our Rent It Out For Cash guide for a full list of sites that let you rent out anything you own.

Below are some of the top options to get you started. The scheme applies when you rent out a furnished room in your home to a lodger or take short-term guests through Airbnb see Airbnb Room Renting Tips. It works whether you live in England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland. The most common types of expenses you can deduct if you choose NOT to take part in the Rent a Room scheme are:. If you want to let a room on a longer-term basis, try SpareRoom and the room-to-rent section of Gumtreewhich hook up people with housemates.

Both are free to list on, though there are optional upgrades such as promoted adverts. Another option's MondaytoFridaya site geared towards part-time renters looking for weekday-only places, so you get your space back at weekends. Airbnb and other similar sites link up owners with travellers hunting for a short-term place to stay, whether for holidays or sports events like Wimbledon.

If you've unused space in a loft, garage or spare room, Storemates puts you in touch with folk who need space. How much can you get? It automatically suggests a price, but you can charge what you like. So it's worth a punt, but not a guaranteed money-spinner. How do I join? Register on the Storemates website and list a storage space. If someone's interested, they'll contact you via the site and arrange to check out your space.

It provides a template legal contract to help sort the terms. Will I need to pay tax on my earnings?

Earnings will need to be declared. See A tip on tax below. Will this affect my home insurance? Renting out part of your property for business purposes without telling your insurer could invalidate your home cover. Call it and say you're planning to list your storage space. They usually decide on a case-by-case basis, but may extend your existing policy for a small fee. Anything else to watch for?

Be prepared to settle any disputes yourself, and check you're comfortable with what's being stored.

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Don't agree to store valuables. This is because if you have to claim for damage to someone else's items, most standard insurance policies won't cover this. If you try it, please feed back in the Rent your storage space discussion. Is your driveway paved with gold? If you live near a city centre, airport, train station or footie ground, it might be.

You can earn cold hard cash each month by renting out your drive. Read the Rent Your Parking Space guide for more. Film and TV production teams are always on the look out for homes and areas they can shoot in. A number of online agencies will list your property for free, taking commission once your property is chosen for a shoot this varies depending on the property. Sites worth a look include Lavish LocationsAmazing Space and ShootFactory. See the film set forum thread for more suggestions and feedback.

Never use any that charge a large upfront fee. And you get to brag about it. Don't bank on being selected though; there are many more properties than film crews. What kind of home do you need? Living within the M25 boosts your chances, as does unrestricted parking nearby. Crews also prefer bigger rooms with plenty of natural light. A state-of-the-art kitchen might net bookings for cookbook or lifestyle magazine shoots.

Most agencies have their own insurance for breakages, however renting out part of your property for business purposes without telling your insurer could invalidate your home cover. Tell it first if a film crew's about to rock up. Do I pay tax on my earnings? You'll have to declare you earnings so it depends on your circumstances.

Join the discussion, read other MoneySavers' top suggestions or add your own in the Rent your house as a film location discussion. Right across finance, companies have been taking or holding money when they shouldn't.

These days it's easy to fight back. This applies whether it's just a branded T-shirt or you're a fully-uniformed pilot, police officer or nurse. Read the full Uniforms Tax Rebate guide.

Disgustingly, if you've switched energy firm in the last six years and were in credit, some providers operated a 'don't ask, don't get' policy. That's mostly changed now, but if you didn't get your money, even if it was years ago, you can still ask. Full help to do that in the Reclaim Tesco Vouchers guide. The guide also shows how you can increase their value up to fourfold.

A National Audit Office report's exposed how 3. Some will have paid too much and are due cash back, others too little and may have a horrid shock coming. It all depends on how wrong your banding was, but it can range from tens of pounds to thousands. Use our Tax Code Checker guide and tool to work out if your code is correct. Leaves on the line, the wrong kind of snow and service faults But it's possible to claim for a delay if you know your rights. Full details in our Train Delays and Tube Delays guides.

Plus if you now use your contactless card instead, or if you've an old Oyster, you can claim back old credit. See our Oyster card reclaiming guide for a how-to. If you've switched TV, mobile, broadband or phone providers in the last six years, there's a very real chance you're owed a little cash. The Reclaim Phone Credit guide has more info, plus a full list of contact numbers for providers. Yet the regulator's announced a deadline of 29 Aug for claims, so check now.

Read the step-by-step guides to PPI Reclaiming and Credit Card PPI Reclaimingincluding template letters and FAQs. Billions languish unused in old bank accounts, pensions, life assurance, Premium Bonds and investments, whether forgotten in a house move, lost through a work change, or simply overlooked in the put option nci of modern life.

Yet it's usually fapturbo forex trading package free download and, in many cases, free to reclaim cash that belongs to you or your family.

See the Reclaim Lost Assets guide. If you've been hit with bank charges in the past few years and are in financial hardship, you can ask for them back. See the Bank Charges Reclaiming guide for full help.

The council tax system in England and Scotland is fundamentally flawed.

Many people are in the wrong band. It takes 10 minutes to check if you're one of them using our step-by-step Council Tax Rebanding guide.

See Flight Delays for a full step-by-step compensation guide, including template letters on how to get your money back for free and how to stop the airlines squirming out of paying. Whichever authority controls a road has a legal duty to maintain it to a fit standard. If it doesn't, and your car's damaged, it should pay for repairs.

Often you will only get a payout if you can prove negligence, but it's worth giving it a go. Full details in our Pothole claims guide. Many companies' and public organisations' desperate need to test, talk about and try out their products or ideas on people gives you a great opportunity to cash in.

Willing to give views on One Direction, washing-up liquid or quitting the EU? Our Top 25 Online Survey Sites guide shows how to make cash by filling in surveys.

Traditional market research focus groups pay generously per session, though you're limited to a few a year. To get started, sign up with the top agencies listed in our list of Face-to-face focus groups. Telly addicts can cash in by getting paid for their opinion. Projects can include giving feedback on TV programmes before they hit screens, coming up with catchy titles or deciding which personalities should get more airtime. You can attend face-to-face research groups these are usually in big cities around the UKfill in surveys online or do both.

Anyone over 16 can sign up through the theviewers. This allows it to provide info to TV companies that helps them either select the right demographic for each piece of research or make sure they are gathering a wide range of opinions.

Occasionally, there will be an online version of a focus group, paying the same amount. There's no minimum payment threshold. See a list of other websites where you can get paid for you opinion in our Survey Sites guide. High-street retailers are desperate to check their in-store customer service is up to scratch, and contract mystery shopping agencies to do so. They employ you to visit a specific shop or pub, to rate service quality or the quality of their goods.

If you fancy a bit of 'cloak and dagger' identity, this can be great fun too. Three of the most popular sites are GrassrootsGBW formerly Gapbuster and Retail Maxim. Payment for this type of work varies hugely between agencies. Some pay in gift vouchers, others simply give you free items. Join the discussion, read other MoneySavers' top suggestions or add your own in the Mystery shopping discussion thread. If you're unable to leave your home, whether due to childcare commitments or disability, working from your kitchen or spare room can leave you quids in too.

Working on your own isn't for everyone though, so make sure you're OK with a spot of solitude. Some banks bribe you with free cash to switch. If you've a computer or smartphone, there's a host of small ways to boost your coffers. Our 36 Make Money Online Tips lists 36 legit ways to make money online. You can get paid just to watch videos, write, search on Google, make your own YouTube clips and much more.

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You can refer up to five friends a year, so that's a grand. See Best Bank Accounts for more details. Yet you're competing against others for jobs, so don't get too excited.

See our Make Money Online guide for this and more money-making apps. It's all about 'comping', a potentially profitable hobby for the lucky. Comping's about systematically sourcing and entering hundreds of the contests, using web gadgets to fill out forms at speed, answer questions and help with tie-breakers.

If you've skills in a specific area, you may be able to do a little freelancing on the side. International project recruitment site PeoplePerHour allows companies to list projects they want completed. Freelancers 'bid' on projects, saying why they'll be the most suitable candidate and entering their price for the work. The site's free to join and bid on work, but a fee is taken top options traders of your pay for each job.

It depends on the job, the duration and skills involved, and how many freelancers are competing for it. The only drawback is you might find yourself competing against workers from countries with a much lower cost of living, who can undercut you. Join the discussion, read other MoneySavers' top suggestions or add your own in the Freelancer discussion thread. Renting out a room provides a stream of ready money, and a handy tax break means you can keep a decent chunk of it out of the taxman's hands.

Get in touch with local secondary and language schools to enquire about how often they take students, and the vetting process. This can be a tidy little earner. Join the discussion and read other MoneySavers' top suggestions or add your own in the Take in foreign exchange students discussion. Several companies put problems online and offer cash to people who can come up with effective solutions.

While not a guaranteed way to grab cash, these can be an interesting, fun, and lucrative way to spend your spare time if you're a marcin bogusz forex or science boff.

At InnoCentive companies post dozens of challenges offering big money for the best solutions, though they're often quite technical. Also worth a look is Idea Connection. Register and it sends you email invites to help solve firms' problems for cash. Join the Solve companies' problems for pay discussion. Set up a professional ironing service, advertising in local shops and newspapers.

A good tip call forwarding iphone 5 verizon to advertise in the poshest part of town; that way you can charge more. This varies depending on location, so check what other local services are charging. Join the discussion, read other MoneySavers' top suggestions or add your own in the Start an ironing service thread.

Some talented MoneySavers make big profits. You will have to declare your earnings however. Join the discussion, read other MoneySavers' top suggestions or add your own in the Starting a cottage industry thread. If you're willing to travel, as well as the obvious McJobs there are many ways for second-jobbers to earn extra cash. You also can maximise what you get from your current job.

People are often scared, yet why not simply ask? After all, the worst that can happen is they say 'no'. It's just as difficult for an employer to say no when you ask, as it is for you to ask in the first place. Always remember that if your pay rise isn't as high as inflation the rate at which prices rise then your pay is actually decreasing.

Join the discussion, read other MoneySavers' top suggestions or add your own in the How to ask for a pay rise thread. But you must be prepared to deal with the odd stroppy or ill child.

You'll need a proven track record with little'uns, so work for friends, family and neighbours first. Join the discussion, read other MoneySavers' top suggestions and add your own in the Baby-sitting thread.

Also known as house-sitting, this job sounds and is fairly simple: You need to have no other commitments to worry about. It'll be easiest to sign up with an agency, so be prepared to provide references and expect a thorough check of your background, including any criminal records. After all, would you be happy to leave your home in the hands of a stranger? The terms and conditions vary from company to company. Some will expect you to be available all the time while some offer work on a more casual basis.

Some suggested in the forum include Animal AngelsPlatinum Petcare and Nina's Nannies for Pets. You can earn more depending on how many pets you look after.

Join the discussion, forex platten bestellen other MoneySavers' top suggestions or add your own in the Pet or plant-sitting thread. NatCen Social Research is usually on the look out for freelance interviewers. The job involves interviewing selected people about all kinds of topics in their own homes, then sending the answers to your set questions back to base. Go to NatCen's website for full details.

Join the discussion, read other MoneySavers' top suggestions or add your own in the Doing social research discussion. Generally, the posher the supermarket, the more it pays. Read other MoneySavers' top suggestions or add your own in the At the supermarket discussion. It's possible to make cash by hosting parties in which items are demonstrated and sold. Since you'll effectively be self-employed, you can make your own hours and work as often or as little as implied volatility of options on a stock want.

Before starting though, be sure to check whether there's already a popular representative of the company in your area.

If so, work from home jobs for spanish speakers probably best to sell something else. Forumites recommend choosing a company where you'll be selling products you like; you'll find it more enjoyable, which will help you succeed.

It's commission-based, so what you earn depends on your selling ability, and the products you sell. You'll usually have to cover set-up costs with your first parties. Read other MoneySavers' top suggestions or add your own in the Party planning thread. During exam periods in secondary schools, colleges and universities, there's often a shortage of exam invigilators since the teachers and lecturers still have other work to attend to.

Ask local institutions and temp agencies and you can earn fair cash for a couple of hours of blissfully silent work. You'll need a Disclosure and Barring Service DBS check formerly known as a Criminal Records Bureau check. Read others' top suggestions or articles on binary options prediction software your own in the Temp at schools thread. To tutor up to GCSE level you don't necessarily need a degree or PGCE teaching qualification although you can command much higher rates if you have the latterbut some previous teaching experience is a must.

You'll need a DBS dupage trading stocks if you're to work with kids, so start out by asking some local teaching agencies about getting one, and about getting started.

Join the discussion, read other MoneySavers' top suggestions or add your own in the Private tutoring help thread. The general election on Thu 8 June is a great opportunity to help make democracy work while how much money do pro paintball players make some extra cash. What are the eligibility requirements? Most roles don't require any particular experience but you need to be over 18 to be a poll clerk, and over 16 to be a counting assistant.

You DON'T need to be on the electoral roll. How do I sign up? Contact your council or check its website to see if it's recruiting. Some councils keep a register of interested people and sign them up closer to election time. It can be quicker to search online for jobs in your area, rather than hunting through your council's website eg, 'Milton Keynes general election poll clerk jobs'. Join the discussion, read other MoneySavers' top suggestions or add your own in the Election jobs thread.

If you have the confidence to go nude or semi-nude in some caseslife modelling is a fun way of earning extra cash. For a few hours work, you can usually get a very good rate of pay because it's very hard to recruit for this role.

All you have to do is make sure you're able to hold a pose. All shapes and sizes are desired, so don't be put off if you're not 'model' size. My ex did this for ages, found a classified in the local paper well, I found it for him! Good money, gentle work Of course, wages vary depending where you work and some models are paid 'per job', earning more. Make enquiries at local colleges. Join the discussion, read other MoneySavers' top suggestions or add your own in the Life modelling discussion.

It can be a little more boring than Ricky Gervais makes it out to be, but the fun of seeing yourself in the background of shows can more than make up for it. There are several legit online extras agencies which don't charge you for signing up, although they'll generally take an 'administration fee' out of your pay.

Expired call options tax treatment you're serious, you'll need to sign up to a few agencies to be in with a chance. You may have to pay your own travel expenses.

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It's a good idea, though, to have some professional or at least professional-looking photos taken in order to start off getting work. Join the discussion, read other MoneySavers' top suggestions or add your own in the TV extra work thread. Avon representatives earn commission on make-up, toiletries and other items they sell. You buy batches of catalogues and canvass friends, family, neighbours or colleagues for orders to bring in cash.

After that, brochures cost from 11p to 63p each. The more you buy, the cheaper they are. Of course, many earn less than this, and, if you don't sell anything, you could run at a loss. So don't do this unless you're confident you'll flog some stuff, and are comfortable selling to friends and family. You can also become a sales leader, building up your own team and earning extra money through the team's sales.

Sign up via the Avon site. For hints and tips, see the forum's Avon thread. There are several big companies recycle ink cartridges earn money for volunteers. See forumites' experiences in the UK medical trials discussion for ideas. You may get your travel expenses refunded. Join the discussion, read other MoneySavers' top suggestions or add your own in the Medical trials discussion. There are more likely to be temporary vacancies around the Christmas period in certain sectors.

Check which retailers are looking for extra staff to cope with the extra Christmas shoppers. Print out multiple copies of your CV, and then do a mail-drop on your local high street. Ask catering agencies, restaurants, pubs, clubs and bars. Festive parties may mean more jobs. Royal Mail may also be worth checking at this time of year. Join the discussion, read other MoneySavers' top suggestions or add your own in the Christmas jobs discussion.

Extra income is all very well, but don't forget the taxman will want his share. Any sources of extra income need to be declared. It's important to let HMRC know you're self-employed as soon as possible, either via the HMRC website or by calling If you don't tell them, you may have to pay a penalty. For full information, read HMRC's self-employment leaflet. Also, don't forget to make full use of your personal allowances: If you spend money on items for your business, be sure to keep the receipts.

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Profit from lost luggage auctions Ever watched Storage Huntersthe U. If you're renting out a room, you currently have two options to reduce tax, though you can only use one of them, not both. So work out the best option for you first.

The Rent a Room scheme. This is a huge tax break for most and really ups the gain. If your income's below this threshold, you don't need to do anything, as the tax exemption is automatic. If it's higher, you must complete a tax return — you then opt into the scheme and pay tax on the remaining amount.

For more, see the Government's Rent a Room scheme info. Alternatively, HMRC allows landlords to knock certain costs off before working out how much tax to pay. This includes guests' share of utility bills and home insurance see the quick question below for more. You can choose not to opt in to the Rent a Room scheme and instead record your income and expenses on the property pages of your tax return. If you rent out your entire property rather than just a room through Airbnb etc, this is your only option, as you can't take part in the Rent a Room scheme.

Quick question What counts as an 'expense'? The most common types of expenses you can deduct if you choose NOT to take part in the Rent a Room scheme are: Utility bills, such as gas, water and electricity but only the guests' share of the bills, if they haven't already contributed Mortgage interest Maintenance and repairs to the property but not improvements Building and contents insurance Council tax Costs of services, including gardeners' and cleaners' wages Letting agents' fees Accountants' fees Direct costs of letting the property, such as phone calls, stationery and advertising Rent and service charges See more information on what counts as expenses on the Gov.

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Take in foreign exchange students Renting out a room provides a stream of ready money, and a handy tax break means you can keep a decent chunk of it out of the taxman's hands.

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This means a long day, as stations are open 7ampm, and you'll need to arrive around 6. East Devon District Council says it has enough staff for the general election but it's still worth joining its register as people are likely to drop out. Milton Keynes Council is recruiting poll clerks. South Oxfordshire District Council is advertising for poll clerks and runners The City of Edinburgh Council is looking for polling assistants another name for poll clerks. Be a model If you have the confidence to go nude or semi-nude in some caseslife modelling is a fun way of earning extra cash.

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A slightly newer outfit than the others, Ziffit is popular with forumites and pays quickly. GameXchange is generally best for retro games postage isn't free. Music Magpie is well established and says it pays on the day it receives your items, though some feedback from MoneySavers is mixed.

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