July was the first month I really focused on earning with money-making apps. I made $30.46 total, and I’m starting to learn what works and what’s worth skipping.
Here’s the full breakdown of what I earned and some early thoughts on where to focus next.
My July Earnings Breakdown
- Google Rewards – $5.05
Quick surveys, easy payouts to PayPal. It’s passive but slow. - Ibotta – $20.41
This one really showed up this month — combining bonuses, item rebates, and a little planning before grocery trips. - Cashwalk – $5.00
Cashed out for a gift card. It’s simple but slow, I always earn $5 a month just from how many steps I take at work.
Total: $30.46
What I Learned This Month
The app that paid me the most for July was Ibotta, which required the most set up. I had to plan my trips to purchase the items that would get cashback while also resisting the temptation to buy items I don’t need just to get cashback.
My favorite apps, Google Rewards and Cashwalk are slow but consistent. I get pay outs from them every month.
This month I learned that I need to strike a balance between:
- Apps I rely on for cash (like Ibotta)
- Apps I’m testing for blog content (even if they pay less or not yet)
I want to try new things, but I also need to earn money. My roof is not going to fix itself.
My Plans for August
Keep Ibotta as a core app — it pays out. I just need to be careful to buy only what I actually need. Even if I get cashback I’m not actually saving money if I’m buying things I don’t need. Stocking up is different.
I need to pick out a new app for testing and review.
Creating a simple tracker to monitor what pays and how fast for both personal use and to share with my readers.
Final Thoughts
I know $30 isn’t huge, but that’s $30 I didn’t have before. And I’m learning fast. If you’re also trying to earn a little side cash without being overwhelmed, I’ll keep sharing what’s worth your time.
– Laurel 🪻
Earned While Busy 
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