Embracing the Side Hustle Journey

Most people think side hustles are just about extra cash. But in reality, that extra income can be life changing. It’s what helps people finally pay off debt. It’s what jumpstarts a real savings account. It’s what brings breathing room to families living paycheck to paycheck.

In this solo episode of the Kosher Money Podcast, we unpack 19 practical and high potential side hustles. These are real ways to make real money.

Whether it's covering your next grocery bill, building an emergency fund, or funding your kid's tuition, these gigs aren’t just side hustles. They are stepping stones to financial freedom.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, anxious, or curious about earning more on your own terms, this episode is your roadmap. Let's stop waiting and start building.

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✬ SIDE HUSTLES ✬

00:01 Intro

01:06 1. Secret Shopper

02:34 2. Returns Processor

04:00 3. The Flipper

05:47 4. Transcriptionist

07:51 Sponsor: Bitbean

08:18 5. Tutoring

10:09 6. Delivering

11:33 7. Gutter Cleaner

13:01 8. Commission-Based Local Referrals

15:05 9. Lead Paint Tester

16:28 10. Sell Clothing for Charity

17:23 Sponsor: Twillory

17:58 11. Affiliate Marketing (The Right Way)

19:50 12. Buying & Selling Sports Tickets

21:19 13. Survey Consultant for Local Businesses

23:08 14. Power Washing

24:25 15. Freelance Bookkeeper

25:36 Sponsor: Colel Chabad

26:00 16. Water Filtration Installer

27:25 17. Custom Car Wash Cleaner

29:03 18. Licensed Medicare Insurance Agent

31:04 19. And #1 Side Hustle Is...

32:13 Just Start, Stop Overthinking!

34:43 How Bill Ackman Hustled

33:37 The Do's of Side Hustles

34:30 The Dont's of Side Hustles

35:14 More Side Hustle Strategies

35:42 Outro

♦ Secret Shopper Sites

BestMark: https://www.bestmark.com

Market Force: https://www.marketforce.com

Ipsos Mystery Shopping: https://www.ipsos.com

GigSpot: https://www.gigspot.com

Secret Shopper: https://www.secretshopper.com

Presto Shopper: https://www.prestoshopper.com

♦ Transcription Platforms

Rev: https://www.rev.com

TranscribeMe: https://www.transcribeme.com

CastingWords: https://castingwords.com

♦ Selling Items

eBay: https://www.ebay.com

Poshmark: https://www.poshmark.com

OfferUp: https://www.offerup.com

Facebook Marketplace: https://www.fb.com/marketplace

♦ Affiliate Marketing

Amazon Associates: https://affiliate-program.amazon.com

♦ Tickets

StubHub: https://www.stubhub.com

Ticketmaster: https://www.ticketmaster.com

TickPick: https://www.tickpick.com

SeatGeek: https://seatgeek.com

♦ Insurance Licensing

AHIP: https://www.ahip.org

NABIP: https://nabip.org

♦ Car Detailing (Rockland County)

Shiner Mobile Detailing: https://www.shinermobiledetailing.com

♦ Delivery Platforms

Uber Eats: https://www.uber.com/us/en/deliver/

DoorDash: https://www.doordash.com/dasher/signup/

Instacart: https://shoppers.instacart.com/

Deliveroo: https://rider.deliveroo.com/

♦ Local Job Boards

Nextdoor: https://nextdoor.com/business/

Craigslist: https://post.craigslist.org/

♦ Cash for Points & Miles + Rewards Credit Card:

The PEYD Group: https://www.ThePEYDGroup.com

♦ Laundry Pro

Poplin: https://poplin.co/

[Rated Kosher Money's #1 Side Hustle of 2025]

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