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Laeek t1_j64yxcs wrote

I have a kind of weird one, I take pictures of construction equipment for banks/lenders. They only ask me to do it about a half-dozen times a year but it generally only takes an hour and it pays $100 so it's nothing to sneeze at. I don't necessarily need the extra money but it's so easy I haven't stopped doing it.

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saintedspark727 t1_j65561t wrote

I assume that is for people who are behind on their payments. The bank is checking up on it to make sure it is still in working condition

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Laeek t1_j65fnkd wrote

Yeah it's mostly at dealers or equipment rental places. Some may be leases at the end of the term too.

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Odd-Mountain3076 t1_j65dd1k wrote

I did that for houses.... eventually someone came out crying with a rifle. I quickly left and never did it again. Foreclosures suck.

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StPeir t1_j65g5j7 wrote

Had a similar thing happen several years ago but instead of a rifle it was a dog luckily it only scratched the shit out of my car door.

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Head-Control2687 t1_j68imbl wrote

We did that too. For 10 years. Got a lot of threats, but no one ever waved a gun.

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Commercial-Amount344 t1_j6514nn wrote

I wish I had a side hustle. I thought about doing a wholesome onlyfans. Where I just stream baking cookies or how to give your wife a hot stone massage after work. Why it's important to listen to her day and make her feel special? Just a fully dressed man in an apron doing dishes discussing the best tactics to handle those really tough dishes. How to change a diaper in 2.5 seconds and the proper technique to land it in the trash can.

I dont think it would ever take off tho...lolz

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turd_sculptor t1_j658qjr wrote

Patreon could definitely be a place for this if people like your content.

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StPeir t1_j65gbsn wrote

Kind of feel like there probably is a market for that actually…. Maybe try patreon though before only fans

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teganking t1_j65vk7i wrote

youtube has lots of that, build a following and boom you have a side hustle

OF is one of many webcam / explicit content websites, its nothing new

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tmssmt t1_j688k7f wrote

Put it on YouTube and cut it into smaller clips and drop those on tik tok.

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turd_sculptor t1_j658vo8 wrote

I've made a ton of art but I can't seem to find any buyers.

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bitspace t1_j65ak0e wrote

I cannot imagine why, turd_sculptor.

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FancyAFCharlieFxtrot t1_j65ycgc wrote

I’ve had super luck selling my art down south but never in Maine.

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Substantial-Treat-99 t1_j664ta6 wrote

There’s legitimately a Maine lady who makes arts and crafts out of moose turds…

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FancyAFCharlieFxtrot t1_j665ah3 wrote

Have you heard her sales pitch? I’d buy poo off her too. Unfortunately I’m not super into the gimmicky BS that seems to do real good here.

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RemarkableOlive6649 t1_j67917c wrote

My artist uncle recently sold a $50,000 large painting here in Maine to some wealthy dude.

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DiscountMohel t1_j65sn46 wrote

I sew expensive backpacks for fancy people and harnesses for dildos. Sorta nice tbh.

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grc207 t1_j682snc wrote

Reminds me of the janitor from Maine who was stealing Bean backpacks from lockers and returning them to the store for refunds. That’s a side hustle.

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HostelofMaine t1_j66wypx wrote

Ultralight packs?

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DiscountMohel t1_j68e650 wrote

I make ultra plush ultralight bags. There’s a custom fit, frame and padding, 45-60L, external pockets and I still come under 1.5lbs. I can make them down to about 3/4lb, but that’s not where I shine.

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pinetreesandcake t1_j68034q wrote

Do you sell your backpacks on Etsy or craft fairs or something?

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Odd-Mountain3076 t1_j68c4n9 wrote

Interested as well. I used to make heritage gear as well out of waxed canvas/oilcloth. Never found a sustainable place to sell

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DiscountMohel t1_j68eda4 wrote

There are a bunch of consignment shops that will rent you a table and take a percentage. It’s not bad, but you need to price yourself correctly or you lose money quick. After that, I’ll hit the big festivals or just a roadside stand.

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DiscountMohel t1_j68dwxv wrote

I sell the harnesses through Etsy. The bags and plate carriers are word of mouth through Twitter and insta. There’s a large market for the specialty bags.

Edit: I also make covers for equipment. Tractors, RVs, etc. Theres a solid market for it.

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Bissel328 t1_j65980x wrote

Weed

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Seppdizzle t1_j65gtd0 wrote

Hell yeah

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Bissel328 t1_j65ihbd wrote

Give the people what they want, right? 🤷🏻‍♂️

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evolvolution t1_j65jff9 wrote

Oh you sling it? I got confused I thought you also did weed as a side hustle.

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Tony-Flags t1_j6505vt wrote

I make custom kegerator/bar tap handles out of antiques, neat looking scraps like old doorknobs, action figures, etc. I don't advertise, or have a website. Its more of a hobby than anything else, but its super easy and fun.

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Scary_Storm_9135 t1_j65ps2p wrote

I turn big pieces of wood into little pieces of wood, then deliver the little pieces.

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AlternativeWay4729 t1_j65j7y8 wrote

I got paid two home-grown (frozen) chickens for plowing a neighbor's sister's driveway. Is that side enough?

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reggiedoinreggie t1_j67cqqw wrote

A couple cocks, that’s it?

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Old_Description6095 t1_j68jblk wrote

Last time I bought fancy chickens, they were like $35 a piece at the grocery store. Fair trade if you ask me.

Especially when roasting the bird but keeping the carcass for soup. That's like AT LEAST 10 meals.

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teeceeinthewoods t1_j65dgt1 wrote

I take round trees, make them square, and sometimes make them round again.

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mtbsnow t1_j65v9qr wrote

You mill lumber? Any hardwood slabs for sale?

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teeceeinthewoods t1_j65xuar wrote

No, I don't mill lumber. I build furniture and do wood turning. The marketplace is a pretty good place to find hardwood slabs, depending where you're located.

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mtbsnow t1_j662n0w wrote

Nice- anywhere to check out your work?

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teeceeinthewoods t1_j6b2pa2 wrote

Honestly, it's taken 15 years for me to get to the point where I'm comfortable enough with the quality to take pictures.

I should have some pieces done in a couple weeks, I'll post them here when I do.

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Calm_Captain_3541 t1_j65o8rx wrote

Overcharging rental owners for super basic simple maintenance tasks. Sometimes it’s putting silicone on a single screw for a metal roof and sometimes it’s hanging a picture or fixing a clogged sink but it’s usually pretty easy and makes good money.

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LaoziLazuli t1_j66b1lc wrote

How do you find people who are interested in your service?

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Calm_Captain_3541 t1_j66f21q wrote

There’s such a lack of handymen/tradesmen, at least in my area, you can print up business cards and pin them up at business’s around town. This got so much work for my cousin and I we had to contemplate taking them down. Once you work a few jobs word of mouth snowballs and you don’t have to advertise, just do good work. We do work for locals too but charge a lot less. You can always say no to a job or just bid it super high and subcontract, but it’s definitely worth seeing what’s out there in your area

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QuiGonLogan t1_j65boc7 wrote

Tipping , selling tips of tree branches in November to wreath makers to make wreaths . I remember filling trash bags when I was younger with my sibling and splitting the money .

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bigbluedoor t1_j66cdn3 wrote

the times article about that last month was really cool

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wendymarie37 t1_j66bjtc wrote

I would have bought this in December and I live in the woods. It is a PITA to bring home branches to use. Such a mess.

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OurWhoresAreClean t1_j65klbo wrote

I don't have one, but my wife told me I should give guitar lessons to kids who just want to learn how to play cool shit fast without having to learn about sissy stuff like diatonic scales and the circle of fifths.

I think she just wants me to get out of the house more during the winter, but I'm actually kinda thinking about doing it.

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Antnee83 t1_j65xecc wrote

I shitpost on r/maine

I haven't figured out how to monetize it yet but watch the fuck out when I do!

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abalonesurprise t1_j66tjfx wrote

Partner up with turdsculptor. You can post his shit -- win/win.

Edit to correct typo.

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PencillCat t1_j65oyir wrote

my side hustle turned into my fulltime job (coloring comics), and now I'm trying to figure out what to do for a new hobby/gig

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surprisepinkmist t1_j65tc4n wrote

Maybe head the other direction? Accounting?

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PencillCat t1_j65uuj9 wrote

Funny enough I was working in a tax office while I was building my comics sidejob. Definitely don't want to go back to that haha.

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TimeMustLearn t1_j65fdo8 wrote

I make stained glass - I try to do a few craft shows a year and occasional custom orders.

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ecco-domenica t1_j65scwe wrote

I can always pick up a cottage to clean on Saturdays in the summer if I need a little cash. Gave up checking summer houses in the winter, though. Easy 5 minute walk-through when everything's fine, but a nightmare when there's a storm or the power goes out or it dips below zero. Now I only have to think about my own pipes freezing, not 10 summer properties 20 miles away whose owners insist on keeping the water on all winter. And my pipes never freeze because, unlike my clients, I follow my advice.

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Low-Shake8053 t1_j660fvd wrote

How'd you get into checking summer homes?

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ecco-domenica t1_j670k23 wrote

Followed on from working as a weekly housecleaner for the families in the summers. They trusted me in their houses, and I already knew the property services/trades they used; their plumbers, lawn care/plow guys, etc. They mostly had general contractors on call as they were constantly having work done, but the GCs were usually happy not to have to do weekly checks and have me do them & call them if I saw a problem. Still kinda had to make a lot of judgement calls whether something was a potential emergency or not. Glad not to have to think about it any more.

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crashtheface t1_j654bmi wrote

tailoring & bespoke clothing/outdoor gear

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AdditionalRow6326 t1_j66wyv6 wrote

Can I call you sometime? I want ski pants made to fit and have been looking for someone!

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IamSauerKraut t1_j66atmp wrote

A skill in short supply.

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crashtheface t1_j66s3b0 wrote

So much so that it's becoming a not so much side hustle. Been at this art quite some time, finally paying off.

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kyletrandall t1_j65ihgi wrote

I make visual art, mostly watercolor illustration. It's slowly getting to be that retail is a side hustle and the art is almost full time.

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cannonball12345 t1_j66i711 wrote

I flip furniture. I find free, abandoned or cheap furniture and stain / paint and sell. It’s a lot of fun and makes me a little extra cash.

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turniptoez t1_j68a1q3 wrote

Would love to see your work!!

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cannonball12345 t1_j68erb4 wrote

Here’s a link to my insta page showing some of my work, thanks for checking it out. https://instagram.com/cannon_furniture_designs?igshid=MWI4MTIyMDE=

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smashdelete t1_j65p9oc wrote

Turned my side hustle into full on self employment. If you get the right contracts, selling life insurance as an independent makes real good money

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mtbsnow t1_j65vlou wrote

I make 3D topographic maps.

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Xiizhan t1_j65yqur wrote

Website or somewhere else we could see?

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mtbsnow t1_j660eop wrote

Some of my older pieces are in my post history. @elevationmachineworks on Instagram

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IamSauerKraut t1_j66azv7 wrote

Do you use a full spectrum laser to do that or a 3D printer?

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mtbsnow t1_j66f1xb wrote

CNC router for woodwork, CNC mill and lathe for metals.

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wendymarie37 t1_j66buuk wrote

I made paper trees from vintage books, put them on dollar store candle holders, with a topper and sold them for $15. I did it to make $$ for an Apple watch.

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DarkObserver t1_j64ya9f wrote

Web Design. Love it.

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Gra-x t1_j67cias wrote

SEO but trying to get the average person to know one does not equal the other?

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Guygan t1_j65k4oq wrote

Not to go into too much detail, but I’ll just say it’s amazing what some people will pay for a sexy boomer’s used underpants.

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Odd-Mountain3076 t1_j68m9df wrote

Thinking about it, once I get settled I'm probably gonna make bespoke coffins for everything from hamsters to humans. People will be dying for them!!.

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Odd-Mountain3076 t1_j65y44h wrote

If anyone wants to PM me some ideas or hell even post openly I really need some options. Been a bad year for me and in the spring moving far north. Don't need to make much but if I can make $25k yr or more I would be happy. I have a ton of skills like leatherworking, HD sewing, thinking about learning CNC/laser etching but not even sure how to get business....

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IamSauerKraut t1_j66b4lr wrote

See if there is a makerspace in your area. They will have the machines so you can focus on your skill sets.

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appleshit8 t1_j683zmq wrote

Not sure how handy you are with a chainsaw or how you feel about heights. But there are lots of tree limbs/trees on people's properties and a lot of people are too old to take care of them themselves. Also gutter cleaning, roof shoveling, general lawn care (think aeration, over seeding, fertilizer etc) aeration can easily be $200+ for a few hours hard work. Some of these might be more difficult to get business for up north, but I'm sure a combination of things could start to build up a group of regular customers

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Sugarloafer1991 t1_j66frjh wrote

Where do you live? I’ve got a pair of leather fur line Mocs that need to be sewn up. Happy to pay

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Odd-Mountain3076 t1_j66jvp4 wrote

Not setup till spring, renting till then. Have done similar repairs. Have a sweet sewing machine just for it too

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Sugarloafer1991 t1_j66krmr wrote

Ah, honestly these could be done by hand, already sewn once but the thread is coming apart after a few years. I just don’t have the skill and want it done right as they are form fitted to my feet now.

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pbbb1256 t1_j687tce wrote

Sailmakers are always looking for people who can sew

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FancyAFCharlieFxtrot t1_j65z120 wrote

Gardening, tree work, selling decals and stickers, foraging classes, Odd jobs, pretty much whatever gets me $$$ I geuss

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bradwiser t1_j6745p1 wrote

Sell Fentanyl For legal reasons this is a joke

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lucianbelew t1_j6874oa wrote

I do excel work for a couple non profits.

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MaineCowboy t1_j691ysu wrote

I've been designing a database for the local museum. Set my own hours, pretty sweet gig if you don't mind tedious hours of cataloging. As an accountant, I love it so it works well for me and I've gotten to learn a ton about local natural history.

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DidDunMegasploded t1_j65stn6 wrote

People pay me if they are able to survive having a conversation with me. It doesn't pay much, but it's a good testament to people's tolerance and acceptance.

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PGids t1_j685n1n wrote

My side hustle is the same thing as my day job (millwright) I just have a couple small manufacturing businesses I do it for. A lot of it is diagnostic stuff, I try to stay away from anything to in depth though because I enjoy my weekends, but if I can make a couple hundred bucks in three hours I’m hard pressed to say no lol

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Drunkinm0nkey75 t1_j68c9yz wrote

Ppl think we’re rednecks, but sure as shit were funny fuckas 😁

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BlackTenonFurniture t1_j69uwof wrote

I take wood and build stuff. Wouldn’t consider it much of a side gig though since it requires tons of machinery. And I’m slowly taking on more work. Hopefully it will sustain me and I can start doing it all the time.

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mottcanyon07 t1_j6azfi2 wrote

If you know Mellon Street in Portland, we’ll then you know my side hustle. Lol

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Apprehensive_Wing766 t1_j66y102 wrote

I lift things up and put things down.

Not seriously I just couldn't pass up my chance to say it

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