7 Really Bizarre Things You Didn't Know You Could Buy or Sell
A prison cell upgrade: $90 a night
In some cities, nonviolent offenders can pay for a clean, quiet, jail cell, without any non-paying prisoners to disturb them.
Your doctor's cellphone number: $1,500 per year
A growing number of “concierge” doctors offer cellphone access and same-day appointments for patients willing to pay annual fees ranging from $1,500 to $25,000.
Human guinea pig in a drug safety trial for a pharmaceutical company: $7,500
Serving as a human guinea pig in a drug safety trial for a pharmaceutical company is valued at $7,500. The pay can be higher or lower, depending on the invasiveness of the procedure used to test the drug's effect, and the discomfort involved.
Access to the carpool lane while driving solo: $8
Minneapolis, San Diego, Houston, Seattle, and other cities have sought to ease traffic congestion by letting solo drivers pay to drive in carpool lanes, at rates that vary according to traffic.
Human Plasma: $35 per donation
If you're looking to make some quick cash you can always donate your plasma, the clear yellowish fluid portion of the blood that transports water and nutrients to all the cells in the body and is used for transfusions for people who have suffered shock, burns or trauma. Although your body quickly replenishes its supply of plasma, there are a few precautions you should take before using yourself as an organic ATM and donating plasma from your blood.
Someone to stand in line for you: $36 per hour
Tired of waiting long hours in line? Well, you can order online and get a stander to wait at your chosen designation until they are able to rendezvous with you, the attendee.
Fight in Somalia or Afghanistan for a private military contractor: up to $1,000 a day
The pay varies according to qualifications, experience, and nationality.