According to this Bankrate report, just four in 10 U.S. adults (41%) would cover the cost of a $1,000 car repair or emergency room visit using savings.
A fast and easy way to make money now is to do tasks for other people. This could be through an app such as Uber, where you get paid to drive people around in your car — expect to earn about $10 per hour after all expenses.
It’s easy and simple to get started and if you’re able to perform your service for not too much of an effort, it may be worth pursuing in order to get some quick cash in.
One of the most popular online survey apps is Survey Junkie, which you can cash out for money. Your earning potential is up to you and how many surveys you take.
Sometimes the easiest and fastest way to get a significant amount of money is to simply get a part-time job. You can take on a side job at a restaurant or store and start working in the evenings or on weekends.