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15 Ways Students Can Make Money In January (TIPS, ADVICE)

15 Ways To Make Money In January
The Huffington Post UK
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January is a tough time for the old finances, we all know that.

But instead of moping about money, why not make some instead? We've put together our top tips for earning some cash this month - and no, you don't have to sell a kidney.

Got a better tip? Tweet us and if we like it, we'll publish it.

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    Babysit(01 of15)
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    Advertise your services on posters, put cards up at the local supermarket, and you could even take out an ad in the paper. (credit:Flickr:voyagevixen2)
    Review music(02 of15)
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    Make money by reviewing music on soundout.com (credit:soundout.com)
    Walk dogs(03 of15)
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    Animal lover? Put it to good use. You could join an agency or advertise your services independently (credit:Flickr:torbakhopper)
    Recycle your phone(04 of15)
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    Got an old phone lying around? You could be sitting on a mini gold mine.Visit Compare and Recycle to find the best rates. (credit:Getty Images)
    Housesit(05 of15)
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    It's probably best to join an agency for this one, or just ask around to see if you know anyone jetting off on their hols (lucky buggers). (credit:Flickr:denisp12)
    Cash in your change(06 of15)
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    Don't be lazy, count it out yourself. Just wear some rubber gloves to prevent your hands smelling of metal. You'd be surprised what your pennies add up to! (credit:Flickr:millstastic)
    Get a job(07 of15)
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    Bartender, shop assistant, anything. There really is no excuse (credit:Flickr:sylvar)
    eBay it(08 of15)
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    Sort through your wardrobe and dig out those things you never ever wear. Be brutal (credit:eBay.co.uk)
    Returns(09 of15)
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    Did you really need that jumper? New dress?Thought not. Take a deep breath.. and return it. (credit:Flickr:Angel Ganev)
    Market research(10 of15)
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    Get paid for your thoughts. Yes, really. Try signing up to the market research society for starters. (credit:PhotoAlto/Eric Audras via Getty Images)
    Quit drinking(11 of15)
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    Ok, so it's not earning money, but you'll most definitely save it. (credit:Flickr:zennie62)
    Car boot sale(12 of15)
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    Have a rummage through your possessions. What's your junk may be worth something to someone else. (credit:WikiMedia:)
    Become a medical research volunteer(13 of15)
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    And no, it doesn't have to involve taking drugs. You could earn a lot of money while you're suffering with flu! (credit:PA)
    Use cashback sites(14 of15)
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    If you are going to buy, you might as well earn while you do: use cashback sites like this one. (credit:topcashback.co.uk)
    Become a mystery shopper(15 of15)
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    And you could earn a hell of a lot of money. Not to mention free meals.Mystery Shoppers is a good a place to start as any. (credit:PA)
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