Although many of us may first start thinking about borrowing money when we come up against a sudden lack of funds, obtaining some sort of financing may not be your only — or best — option if you need some extra cash. Instead, if you have a little time to put toward your bottom line, you can try a few of the following suggestions to make a few bucks. Online surveys and market research: Data is the currency of the future, and companies are happy to pay you to get data on what we like. You can find a number of online survey sites that will pay you anywhere from $1 up to $75 to fill out questionnaires for various companies. Join the Gig Economy: Whether you get a part-time role as a rideshare driver or pick up a gig delivering groceries, you can find lots of ways to fit a little extra earning into your spare time. Rent out your stuff: These days, you can rent out everything from your car to your parking spot to your spare tools to consumers in need, often right from a handy mobile app. Up your rebate game: We’re not talking about those annoying rebates that require you to mail in receipts and bar codes. No, nowadays, you can download a range of handy apps that let you get rebates on the things you’re already buying like gas and groceries. Cleanse your junk: One person’s trash is another person’s treasure, so consider selling that stuff in your garage you haven’t used in years. Thanks to the reach of the world wide web, you can easily hop online, make an ad, and start marketing your stuff in just a few clicks. Sell your skills: Most people have at least one or two skills they can monetize. Share your skills with others — for a fee — by tutoring or freelancing in your spare time. Be a caregiver: As any parent — or pet parent — knows, finding someone to watch your little ones can be hard. Offer your services as a babysitter or pet sitter, or open your home for pet boarding to make a few extra bucks on the weekend.