Ways to earn more, reviewed for Ireland
Each one has itemised costs, the Irish rules and tax that apply (checked against official sources), how fast the first euro usually comes, and a modelled earnings range — never a promise. How we review
Want income that doesn’t depend on your hours? That’s CashCow.
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Grinds & exam tutoring
One-to-one or small-group grinds for Junior and Leaving Cert students, in person or online.
€30–€60/h assumed·first € in 1–3 weeks·Easy start·Online or local
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Freelance writing & copywriting
Website copy, blog posts, emails and product descriptions for Irish and international businesses.
€25–€60/h assumed·first € in 2–4 weeks·Some skill needed·Online
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Bookkeeping for small businesses
Monthly bookkeeping, invoicing and VAT-return preparation for sole traders and small firms.
€25–€45/h assumed·first € in 2–6 weeks·Some skill needed·Online or local
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Websites for local businesses
Simple, fast websites and Google Business Profiles for trades, cafés, clubs and clinics.
€30–€70/h assumed·first € in 2–6 weeks·Some skill needed·Online or local
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AI & automation help for small firms
Setting up practical AI tools and automations: inbox triage, quote templates, booking flows, content drafts.
€35–€80/h assumed·first € in 2–6 weeks·Some skill needed·Online or local
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Social media management for local businesses
Planning, photographing and posting for cafés, gyms, salons and shops.
€20–€45/h assumed·first € in 2–5 weeks·Easy start·Local
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Dog walking & pet sitting
Weekday walks, drop-in visits and holiday sitting for local pet owners.
€15–€30/h assumed·first € in 1–2 weeks·Easy start·Local
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Home & end-of-tenancy cleaning
Regular domestic cleaning, deep cleans and end-of-tenancy cleans.
€16–€28/h assumed·first € in 1–2 weeks·Easy start·Local
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Handyman & flat-pack assembly
Small repairs, shelving, painting and furniture assembly.
€25–€45/h assumed·first € in 1–2 weeks·Some skill needed·Local
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Event & headshot photography
Corporate headshots, family sessions, small events and product shots.
€40–€120/h assumed·first € in 2–6 weeks·Some skill needed·Local
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Reselling (charity shop, car boot, online)
Buying underpriced items and reselling them online.
€8–€25/h assumed·first € in 1–3 weeks·Easy start·Online or local
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Food & parcel delivery
Delivering for app-based platforms on your own schedule.
€10–€18/h assumed·first € in 1–3 weeks (onboarding)·Easy start·Local
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Music & language lessons
Instrument, singing or language lessons for children and adults.
€25–€50/h assumed·first € in 1–3 weeks·Easy start·Online or local