Aug 13, 2026

This One Side Hustle Could Help You Pay Off $26K in Debt Yearly

Written by Jennifer Taylor
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Edited by Zuri Anderson
This One Side Hustle Could Help You Pay Off $26K in Debt Yearly

If you’re ready to pay down debt, the right side hustle can help. There’s no shortage of available gigs, but purposely seeking out a high-paying opportunity can be a big win.

In 2025, the average non-mortgage debt balance was $21,603 per U.S. consumer, according to Experian. Trying to slowly chip away at this debt with extra money from your day job could take years, so a side hustle can make a huge difference.

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Don’t worry, if delivering food, walking dogs or driving for a rideshare service isn’t your thing, there’s plenty of other options – including one with a potentially generous weekly payout

When customers return large, bulky, oversized products – i.e., couches, beds, exercise machines – companies don’t always want the item back. Instead of dealing with the hassle of paying return shipping and restocking fees, some businesses partner with Sharetown.

If you have a large vehicle – i.e., truck, cargo van or SUV with trailer – someone to assist you with pickups and storage space, consider becoming a Sharetown rep. You’ll drive up to 50 miles to pick up unwanted items and safely store them in your garage, spare room or shed.

From there, you’ll complete any necessary refurbishment – like light cleaning – and list them for sale on a secondary marketplace like OfferUp, Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist. When the item sells, you get paid. 

The average Sharetown rep makes up to $50 an hour and more than $500 per week – i.e., at least $26,000 per year. You can do a few pickups a month or opt to spend most of your spare time on this gig. The more you work, the more you’ll earn.

If you think being a Sharetown rep sounds too good to be true, you might be mistaken. The company website is filled with raving reviews from real-life reps, but it doesn’t stop there.

Sales reps rated Sharetown 4.6 out of five stars on Indeed. The company earned five stars each for work-life balance, pay and benefits, management and culture. Job security and advancement only scored three stars, but that’s fitting for a side hustle.

Reps raved about the easy job, flexibility and high earning potential – i.e., work more, earn more.

The company also earned high praise from sales reps on Glassdoor. The lowest rating was four stars out of five, with the only con listed as occasional periods when business is slow. Reviewers also raved about the supportive management team, ability to make their own schedule, earn fun incentives, and alleviate financial pressure.

Sharetown can be a game-changer for your finances. If you meet the gig requirements, you can seriously boost your monthly earnings, while maintaining control of your schedule.

This could serve as your ticket to clearing those money goals. Pay off debt, boost your savings and do so without sacrificing all your off hours to a part-time job you dread.

This article was provided by MoneyLion.com for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, legal or tax advice.

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Written by
Jennifer Taylor
Edited by
Zuri Anderson