The
Commonwealth Games are set to make a huge impact for the Gold Coast. Athletes,
coaches, journalists, and spectators from around the globe will be coming to
town, and they’ll be bringing their wallets with them.
Estimates
are saying that the Games could bring in billions of dollars of profit into the
local economy. That’s right; billions. With a “b”. And while most of this money
will undoubtedly be spent on overpriced kiosk food and souvenirs, there is a
wealth of untapped funds just waiting for the right person.
Read on if
you want to learn how to turn the Gold Coast into a gold mine.
There are a
number of ways that the Coast is making money off of the games, but there are
three basic ways you can increase your bank balance over the 11-day
extravaganza that is the Commonwealth Games:
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Rent out your
apartment with Airbnb
Whether
you’re looking to leave the Coast for two weeks, or you’ve got a spare room
that’s mostly for storage, you can make some extra cash by signing up for
Airbnb. People from all over the world are flying into the city to watch the
games, and they’re all looking for somewhere inexpensive to stay. Why can’t
that be your place?
Pros:
Like all
Airbnb agreements, you’ll be making money for virtually doing nothing. Some
hosts act as tour guides for their guests while others simply leave the keys
and a list of instructions. The choice is yours. If you decide to leave your house
while your guests are around, you will be making money while you’re on holiday.
If you decide to stay in your home while guests are there, you will get to meet
interesting people from all over the world, and learn about their cultures and
customs.
Cons:
You’ll be
living with strangers from all over the world, who may have different cultures
and customs. Anyone who’s lived in a share house or
university dorm will know that it’s pretty hard to learn to live with someone
new, and while this is only for two weeks, it can be stressful having to share your space with a stranger.
Become an
Uber driver
If you know
the Gold Coast like it’s the back of your hand, including all the side
streets and back roads, then becoming an Uber driver for the Commonwealth Games
is a no-brainer. Using your spare time to take people to and from the events is
a great way to rake up the cash while using your untapped knowledge about the
Coast.
Pros:
Again,
you’ll get to meet interesting people from all over the world, but you’ll also
get to share your knowledge about the Gold Coast like only a local can. Plus,
if you’re going to be stuck in the traffic anyway, you might as well be making
some cash while you’re doing it.
Cons:
The process
for signing up to be a driver isn’t nearly as easy it is to being a passenger-
and with good reason. Before you can become a driver, Uber has to make sure that
not only are you fit to drive, but your car is fit for passengers. This
involves vehicle checks and inspections as well as a Driver’s Licence check
(duh). This could mean a lot of work and money for a two week side hustle.
Share your car
space
If you’ve
got space, you can share it. There are people out there who will pay next to
top dollar to rent your free space to use as their own. People are renting out
their spare rooms and their attics as a cheaper storage alternative. But during
the Commonwealth Games you can find a nice pay day by renting out your garage
and/or your front lawn for as a parking space.
Pros:
Unlike the
other suggestions, this takes the least work on your behalf- you don’t have to
live with anyone and you don’t have to drive anyone around. This is the most
painless option if you want to make a few bucks.
Cons:
First, you
have to have the space for a car to park. Second, you and your area have to
look trustworthy enough for someone to house their pride and joy during
unsupervised times. Reputable sites will state the renters car will be insured
for a limited dollar value, which does take some of the pressure off of the
rentee.
So let me,
and others, know if you are planning on trying any of these, and how the
process went for you.
Thanks,
Kathy
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