Side hustles are increasingly a part of life, even if you're just trying to survive.

In 2022, 45% of Americans said they had a side hustle, with an average monthly income of $483. While that might not seem like much, it's possible to use your side hustle as the basis for building financial freedom.

In this podcast, we're going to meet someone who did just that.

As usual, host Stacy Johnson is joined by financial journalist Miranda Marquit. Listening in and sometimes contributing is producer Aaron Freeman. Today's guest is Tom Brickman, aka The Frugal Gay. He sold lipstick, bras and other stuff on eBay, used the money to buy rental properties, and retired from his traditional job at age 39. He's going to tell us how he did it—and how you can use a side hustle to boost your own future financial prospects.

Tom Brickman AKA The Frugal Gay- 40 yo married dog dad from Dallas TX. Recently retired from 9-5 to work on Real Estate full time (21 doors) a resale business and TheFrugalGay.com Tom provides one on one coaching and covers financial literacy & real estate for building wealth.

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Side hustles can help you reach your goals

Whether you hope to pay down debt or amass enough to reach financial independence, a side hustle can be a good way to earn more money over time.

Tom talks about how he started his side hustle by selling lipsticks, purses and bras on eBay. Listen to the episode to find out how he used the profits from his side hustle to buy his first rental property and use real estate to pursue financial independence.

In the meantime, here are some Money Talks News articles that offer insight into side hustles:

• 9 Top-Paying Side Hustles Where You Could Earn More Than Full-Time Work
• 9 Senior-Centered Side Hustles to Round Out Your Retirement
• 25 Side Jobs That Can Be Done From Home
• 6 Classic Hobbies That Make Money as Trendy Side Gigs
• Money Tight? 4 Legit Ways to Bring in Extra Cash
• How to Earn Extra Money With Online Focus Groups
• How to Reach for Financial Freedom with House Hacking
• 8 Ways to Earn Extra Income With Your Home

 

Money tips that can help you reach your goals

While a side hustle can be a good way to boost your income and work toward financial freedom, you don't have to use a side hustle. There are plenty of other ways to be smart with your money and grow your wealth.

Check out these additional resources that can help you explore other ways to make more money, save more money and retire rich.

• 7 Tips to Retire with a Million-Dollar Nest Egg
• 14 of the Best Money Moves You Can Make in 2023
• 15 Money Moves for a Richer New Year
• 6 Things You're Wasting Your Money On– and How to Stop
• Your Guide to Alternative Investments
• Cut These 11 Expenses Now If You Hope to Retire Early
• 3 Ways Recessions Can Make You Rich
• 11 Figures You Need to Know for a Secure Retirement
• 7 Actions to Take Now to Get the Life You Want
• 12 Surprising Benefits of Thrift Shopping
• 9 Tips for Sane and Successful Stock Investing
• The Lazy Person's Guide to Flawless Investing
• The 6 Best Investing Apps for Beginners
• 6 Top Robo-Advisers for Investing

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