You might think: “I only earn 3000 yuan a month, how can I afford a master node?” Don’t worry, traditional master nodes do require a significant amount of startup capital, for example, Dash requires a deposit of 1000 coins (worth about 20,000 USD), which is too far away for the average person. But the good news is that there are some “common options” and “smart plays” that are completely suitable for you:

1. Choose low-threshold cryptocurrencies

PIVX: You only need 10,000 PIVX (about 1500 USD, less than 10,000 yuan), with an annual return rate of up to 18%-19%.

Firo: Deposit 1000 Firo (about 1000 USD, around 7000 yuan), the return rate can reach 19%-20%.

How low is the threshold for these coins? Suppose you save 500 yuan each month, you can accumulate enough startup capital in just over a year. Or you can use a one-time small savings to enter the market, and let time and compound interest do the rest.

2. Join a shared master node pool

If even 1000 USD seems expensive, there’s an easier way — shared master node pools. It’s like everyone pitches in to open a shop, you put in a little, I put in a little, once we have enough, we share the profits. Some platforms allow you to participate with tens of dollars or even less, and the returns are distributed proportionally, it’s simply a blessing for someone with a monthly salary of 3000 yuan!

3. Hosting services: Even the lazy can earn

What if you’re a tech newbie? Don’t be afraid, there are now master node hosting services. You only need to pay for the coins, and the rest (like servers, maintenance) is handled by a professional team. All you have to do is wait for the earnings, it’s easier than ordering takeout.

How much can you earn? Let’s take a look at this calculation

Suppose you invest 7000 yuan (about 1000 USD) to run a Firo master node with an annual return rate of 20%, you can earn 1400 yuan (about 200 USD) in a year. That’s almost half of your monthly salary, and it’s completely passive income! If the coin price rises a bit, the earnings can double. Of course, the coin price may also drop, so we will talk about how to manage risks later.

For example, with PIVX, an investment of 10,000 yuan has an annual return of 18%, earning 1800 yuan in a year, which is equivalent to saving an extra half a year’s salary. Doesn’t that sound appealing?

Be careful of these pitfalls, don’t step on the mine!