Ben Huber
Co-Founder
Ben has guided DollarSprout into becoming a trusted resource for people looking to increase their income through gig work, online businesses, and career growth. The site has helped over 10 million readers with practical advice on side hustles, freelancing, and building sustainable income streams.
Ben began his career as a Clinical Administrator for a regional hospital network, where he gained valuable experience managing operations and leading teams. This foundation in corporate management, combined with his entrepreneurial spirit, inspired him to co-found VTX Capital, now DollarSprout, in 2015.
With over 10 years of experience writing about side hustles, gig economy jobs, online businesses, and money-making strategies, Ben brings both practical expertise and a deep understanding of how to help readers achieve financial independence. His insights have been featured in NBC News, MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and Credit Karma.
Outside of work, Ben enjoys playing and watching sports, opening Pokémon packs with his three kids, and spending time with his wife, Morgan, and their three dogs, Stella, Zoey, and Lola.
Education
- Virginia Tech: B.S. in Biological Sciences
- Western Governors University: B.S. in Nursing (BSN)
Media Mentions
Connect with Ben on LinkedIn to learn more or check out his latest articles on DollarSprout.
Bartender to Business Owner: How Kyle Built a $1K/Week Cleaning Gig
Before launching a cleaning service business, Kyle Stroud was bouncing between bartending shifts and real estate deals, both unstable and unpredictable. Some months were flush. Others left him scrambling to cover rent. 🍋 Side Hustle: Eco-friendly carpet & upholstery cleaning (All Ways Organic Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning) 💰 Revenue: ~$1,000/week (2–3 days of work) 📍…
We Tried Swagbucks and Survey Junkie — Here’s the Better Pick
We’ve used Swagbucks and Survey Junkie for years — taking surveys, testing promos, and cashing out dozens of times. On the surface, they look similar. But once you spend time on both, the differences become obvious. Swagbucks gives you more ways to earn (games, shopping, referrals), while Survey Junkie sticks to surveys but usually pays…
How a College Professor Turned a Simple Calculator Into $10K a Year in Passive Income
Benjamin Bailey was sitting at a café in Europe with his wife when his phone buzzed. Ding. Another $50 payment had come through. Enough to cover lunch, maybe dinner too. 🧮 Side Hustle: Online pension calculator 💰 Revenue: $10K to $11K per year (mostly passive) 🗓️ Started: 2020 Featured Quote: “You’re not trying to be…
He Started a Holiday Light Hanging Gig — Now He Makes $800K/Year
It started with a Reddit post. And a ladder. 🎄 Side Hustle: Seasonal light installation (Valley Christmas Lights) 💰 Revenue: $800K+ per season 🗓️ Started: 2020 (scaled full-time by 2023) Featured Quote: “You don’t need a crew or a trailer to get started — just a ladder, a system, and the drive to show up.”…
17 Sign-Up Bonus Apps With Instant (or Fast) Payouts
We’ve tested hundreds of apps that claimed you could get paid to sign up — and many weren’t worth the download. But these 17 actually delivered. We earned over $200 just from withdrawable welcome bonuses, often without spending a cent. Some paid us instantly. Others took a day or two. All were easy, legit, and…
She Quit Zoom to Sell Hot Dogs — Now She Grosses $2K a Day
Amelia Eudailey used to log off Zoom calls to attend strategy meetings. These days, she logs off to prep shrimp salad, mash potatoes, and slice sourdough buns — all for a hot dog. 📌 Side Hustle: Swedish hot dog pop-up (Chef Hej Hej) 💰 Revenue: $1,600–$2,000 per event 🗓️ Started: 2023 (full-time since Oct. 2024)…
How to Make $10,000 a Month: 15 Proven Strategies That Work
$10,000 a month. For some, it sounds like a fantasy. For others, it’s a benchmark — the point where bills are covered, savings grow, and work starts to feel optional. But is it actually realistic, especially if you don’t have a high-paying job, a huge following, or money to burn? Yes — and I’ve done…
I Make Up to $250 an Hour Sharing My Opinion — Here’s How
Most of us have seen the promises: “Get paid for your opinion!” Or maybe we’ve tried the survey apps — tapping through endless questions for pennies, hoping it all adds up to something worthwhile. 📌 Side Hustle: Paid research studies 💰 Revenue: $100–$300/month 🗓️ Started: 2024 Featured Quote: “This isn’t a primary income stream. It’s…
She Took the Scenic Route — Now Her Travel Blog Makes $2K/Month
When Madison Krigbaum launched her travel blog in 2017, she had no strategy, no audience — and no plans to quit her job and travel full-time. 📌 Side Hustle: Travel blogging 💰 Revenue: $2,000/month 🗓️ Started: 2017 Featured Quote: “It’s not flashy. It’s not fast. But it’s mine. And that makes all the difference.” “I…
We’ve Earned $100K Renting Out Our Pool on Swimply — Here’s How
When COVID shut down public spaces in 2020, Crail and Joey did just the opposite: they opened their backyard. Using a shared Google Calendar, neighbors could reserve time in their pool — just to get a break from lockdown life. 📌 Side Hustle: Backyard pool rental (via Swimply) 💰 Revenue: $100,000+ total earnings 🗓️ Started:…