Hustle, but Legal

Side-income ideas and everyday entrepreneurship basics. Practical ways to boost your income and build self-worth.

Before You Start

Check with your parole officer if you have employment restrictions
Report all income—even side hustles—to stay compliant
Start small and build—don't quit your day job until you're stable

Window Washing

Clean windows for homes and small businesses

Startup: $30-50Income: $20-40/hourEasy

Trash Bin Cleaning

Power wash and sanitize residential trash bins

Startup: $50-100Income: $30-50/hourEasy

Lawn Care & Yard Work

Mowing, edging, trimming, and basic landscaping

Startup: $100-200Income: $25-50/hourModerate

Moving & Hauling

Help people move furniture, haul junk, or deliver items

Startup: $0-50Income: $20-40/hourModerate

Handyman Services

Small repairs, painting, assembly, and home maintenance

Startup: $50-150Income: $30-60/hourModerate-Hard

General Business Tips

Get paid upfront or half upfront:Protect yourself from no-shows and non-payment
Ask for reviews:Good reviews = more customers. Ask every satisfied client.
Be reliable:Show up on time, do quality work, communicate clearly
Track your money:Keep receipts, log income, save for taxes
Reinvest in your business:Better tools = faster work = more money

Why This Works

Practical side-income ideas boosted self-worth and stability for people in reentry. These hustles require minimal startup costs, can be done on your own schedule, and help you build skills, confidence, and financial independence.