It may seem unbelievable, but we’re just about 10 weeks away from Christmas. While it’s tempting to enjoy the crisp autumn weather and indulging in pumpkin spice lattes, there’s no denying the inevitable holiday expenditures that await us. So it’s about time to consider a 10-week savings plan for the festive season.
Usually, I prefer to kick-start my Christmas savings well in advance – around 6-10 months ahead. However, life is unpredictable and sometimes we fall behind in our savings plan. If you’re in the latter category, don’t worry, it’s never too late to start saving for Christmas.
To help you, I’ve designed a 10-week holiday savings plan to accumulate extra cash to handle your holiday expenses without touching your current budget. The average family spends approximately $1,000 on Christmas. I have curated a list of 10 different strategies you can follow to earn $100 every week.
1. MEAL DELIVERY
The food delivery industry is thriving. You can turn the luxury of home delivery into a lucrative opportunity by signing up with apps like DoorDash, Postmates or Uber Eats.
2. SELL UNUSED ITEMS
You might have items worth $100 lying unused in your house. Declutter and list them for sale on platforms like Facebook Marketplace, Offer Up, or Craigslist.
3. SWITCH BANKS
Switching banks can bring you an extra $100+ as several banks offer bonuses for opening a new account and setting up a direct deposit.
4. ARTICLE WRITING
If you enjoy writing or have an exciting story to narrate, you can earn $100 or more simply by publishing a single article.
5. RENT YOUR CAR
Platforms like Turo and HyreCar let you earn money by renting out your car when you’re not using it.
6. WEBSITE TESTING
Websites like UserTesting and UserFeel will pay you to review sites from home.
7. MYSTERY SHOPPING
Become a mystery shopper with Best Mark or Sinclair Customer Metrics, who hire people to assess brands’ service levels.
8. ALCOHOL PROMOTIONS
Alcohol sales surge during the holiday season. So, getting a gig as a brand ambassador promoting alcohol in stores might be a good idea to earn some extra cash.
9. JOIN TASK RABBIT
Use your handy skills on Task Rabbit, an app that avails local jobs like assembling furniture, cleaning or helping someone move house.
10. START DELIVERING WITH AMAZON FLEX
Deliver packages in your vicinity with Amazon Flex. The job can pay between $18 – $25 per hour.
These strategies can potentially earn you at least $100 every week for the next 10 weeks leading up to Christmas. Use this 10-week holiday savings plan to catch up on your Christmas preparations. You can stick with one of these strategies or combine several to accelerate your savings.
So, how are you planning for your holiday expenses?
