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5 Ways To Get Cash Fast in Canada

Today, there are many ways to get your cash without even leaving the comfort of your home.

By Kelsi CurranPublished 2 years ago 3 min read
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Today, there are many ways to get your cash without even leaving the comfort of your home. With technological advancements, getting money for emergencies is now easier than ever.

Achieving financial stability is easier if you know these five tricks. These simple pointers ensure you always have cash, especially during emergencies.

1. Get Paid To Watch Films

Market Force Information, a shopping company, accepts applications from Canadians and US citizens to audit films. The application for the gig is only a few questions long.

Once the company approves your application, you must keep an eye out for email alerts that will notify you of new assignments in your area. You can either accept or decline any assignments, meaning you are not required to see a film you have no interest in. But, if you need money, it is a good idea to watch as many movies as possible.

Although this gig may not pay much, it gets you a free movie and roughly $10 to $20 an hour for your time.

2. Tutor Kids

During the pandemic, most educational facilities went digital. Even tutorial sessions from freelance educators were held online.

Teaching kids through a monitor can be a good source of cash for those who do not leave the house much.

Some tutorial service providers accept applicants from all over the world. There is also a wide range of subjects to teach, including calculus, biology, math, and even astrophysics.

To apply, you have to provide proof of education and qualifications. If the company deems you are a good fit, you will be approved and available to teach students online.

Some companies may require you to have a teaching certificate or degree. Some even require specialized instructor qualifications, like English as a Second Language (ESL), before approving your application.

3. Borrow Money

One way to get money quickly is to borrow from online lenders. Today, there are several lending institutions in different parts of Ontario, making lending more convenient for many residents.

Much like loans from traditional lenders, borrowing from an online lender has advantages and disadvantages. But, it can be a good solution in extreme situations when you need money.

With digital loans, you can borrow money online in Ottawa or other areas in Ontario. The lenders accept applications at any time, making it an easy solution for many Canadians in need of cash.

4. Answer Online Surveys

There are many companies today that pay people for answering surveys online. Although finding a survey site that pays good money can be challenging, some sites out there can be worth your time.

Some sites even pay people to browse the internet on their laptops or phone. Other activities that can help you earn money also include:

Watching videos

Answering surveys

Shopping

Playing games

Online searching

Most of these sites accept applications from American and Canadian citizens.

5. Sell Your Things

If you have a lot of things at home that you do not use anymore, you can sell them and get cash fast. You can sell old electronics online, such as tablets, phones, or laptops.

You can even sell gift cards. If you have a gift card that you will not use anytime in the future, sell them to those who want them. You can earn between $15 and $1,000 from selling them. Some companies even repurchase gift cards for a reduced price.

Other things you can sell include clothing and appliances. You can even sell your parking space if you no longer use it.

If you do not want to part with some of your things permanently, you can try pawning. This solution is excellent if you need money but have nothing to sell.

One advantage of pawning is if you cannot repay the loan, the pawnshop keeps the item you pawned. This option miight be preferable to bad credit and unrelenting calls from debt collectors.

Items you can pawn include musical instruments, jewelry, firearms, and the latest gadgets.

These are quick and simple ways to get money in Canada. With these tips, you can get cash for emergencies with no trouble.

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