Now that my squeeze and I are getting serious — and seriously in need of some extra income — I decided to ask ChatGPT for a few prospective side hustles we could do as a couple. The hope was to find something that strengthens both our relationship and our finances — and my preferred AI chatbot thinks we can do just that.
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Naturally, it started with a pat on the head for asking such a good question, before advising that “doing a side hustle as a couple can be both profitable and fun if you match it to your skills, schedule and personalities.”
It offered up some “low-cost, scalable and couple-friendly” options broken down into five overarching categories.
Online and Remote Side Hustles
ChatGPT offered the following word-for-word suggestions for couples who value flexibility and low start-up costs.
- Freelancing duo: Combine complementary skills (e.g., writing + design, research + editing, coding + marketing) on platforms like Upwork or Fiverr.
- Blog/YouTube channel/podcast: Create content together about something you both love (travel, fitness, parenting, cooking or money). Monetize via ads, sponsors or affiliate links.
- Etsy shop or print-on-demand store: One handles designs or sourcing, the other manages listings, shipping and marketing.
- Online course or coaching: Teach something you both know (e.g., couples fitness, budgeting, relationships or business).
- Virtual assistant team: Offer small business support as a pair — you can split tasks (one does admin, one handles customer communication).
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Home-Based and Local Side Hustles
Couples who like hands-on work and leveraging local connections might consider the following two-person gigs, straight from ChatGPT.
- Airbnb or room rental management: One partner handles guests and messaging, the other cleans or maintains the space.
- Pet sitting or dog walking: Perfect for animal lovers; tag-team multiple clients.
- House cleaning or organizing business: Great for a duo that works well together and likes immediate results.
- Yard care or gardening service: Especially if one of you enjoys outdoor work.
- Meal prep/baking side business: Sell home-cooked meals, desserts or healthy snacks to busy neighbors or online.
Creative and Social Media Side Hustles
The AI bot offered the following possibilities “for couples with good communication and a sense of creativity.”
- Couple influencer accounts: Build a joint TikTok or Instagram presence (comedy, lifestyle, fitness, travel).
- Photography or videography team: One handles the camera, the other edits or directs — great for weddings, engagements or local businesses.
- Event planning: Divide tasks (decor/design + logistics).
Investment and Passive Income Ideas
Couples who can invest time, money or preferably both, should consider the following three options, delivered word-for-word from ChatGPT.
- Flipping items together: Buy used furniture, electronics or collectibles; one finds deals, the other restores or sells.
- Real estate side projects: Manage a rental property or flip small houses (even Airbnb arbitrage).
- Dividend investing/REIT portfolio: Build passive income streams together — not fast money, but long-term.
Low-Stress, Enjoyable Options
These side hustles are for couples that aren’t looking to invest a lot of time and just want to have some fun while profiting from their passions.
- Farmers market booth or craft fairs: Sell handmade products, plants or baked goods.
- Tour guiding or experiences: Offer local tours or experiences (Airbnb Experiences or Viator).
- Seasonal work together: Holiday markets, summer events or local festivals.
Says Who?
For all its insight, ChatGPT did not think to cite its sources — and AI is only as good as the input it receives. I prompted the chatbot to reveal its authorities on this advice, and it quickly responded that it synthesized a summary from “multiple credible and well-known sources on small business and side income ideas.”
They included:
- U.S. Small Business Administration
- Upwork and Fiverr official sites
- Etsy Seller Handbook
- Airbnb Host Resources
- HubSpot Blog, Shopify Blog and Side Hustle Nation
- YouTube Creator Academy
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