How to Make Extra Money to Survive a Financial Crisis

Sell and recycle your old electronics. Not only is this good for the environment, it can give your wallet a boost. Gazelle.com can help you out - this is a great site and has an A rating by the BBB (Better Business Bureau.)
Sell your unused items on Ebay. The only down side is you will have to pay listing fees and fees if the item is sold. Also, if you choose this option make sure you charge the correct postage rate or you may end up loosing money.
Post your items on Craigslist. This is a 100% free way to sell you items online to make money and help you survive a financial crisis. You may even be able to barter for items online.
Have a garage sale. If you have a lot of items to sell this may be a better option than Craigslist or Ebay. Also, talk with your neighbors - they may have items they want to sell, and the larger the garage sale the more attention it will attract, and the greater the turnout. If you live in an apartment complex talk with the rental office, they may be willing to put together a community garage sale and set up an area where you (and your neighbors) can sell your items.
Start your own business. Making extra money to survive a financial crisis does not have to involve something you don't like. Use your skills and what you enjoy. For example if you love dogs, start a dog walking or pet sitting business. As long as you are reliable and good at what you do, word of mouth will spread about your business. It may be slow money and slow going at first, but with time your business can grow.
Get a second job. This may mean making some sacrifices you normally would not make, especially during a recession. Even if you have to take a lower paying job than normal - remember it is a job, and it is helping you pay your bills.
Check out the online job market. There are many legitimate sites that will give you the resources you need to find a job to work from home. Remember, if the site is asking for money, in 99% of the cases it is not a legitimate resource and is a scam. Also make sure to check out their BBB and BBBonline reputation. Click the link below to read my related article How to Find Work at Home Jobs on the Internet.
Start working as a freelance writer. Check out sites like eHow, Associated Content, Buksia, and Problogger (to name only a few) to make extra money as a freelance writer. The former three are great opportunities, and you can make income immediately - however it takes time for your income to build. Problogger is a resource you can use to find freelance writing jobs that pay per article. In this case you will need a resume, and samples of your freelance writing.
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