Many people do not have any passive income. Having said that, I know that some people have it even thought the economy is not doing so well these days. Having a passive income is one of the best ways to get rich and ensure that you have some money even if your business does not generate large profits. Of course, the higher your passive income, the faster you can become rich. In my opinion, it is not how big your passive income is. It is all about managing it. If you decide to invest some of your money, you might be able to see how your monthly income is going to grow. This is one of the best ways to insure a better future in a down economy. There are many ways that you can ensure that you will have some passive income:

-If you own a stock that pays dividends, then this can be one form of passive income. It is generally pretty safe, as stocks that pay dividends are usually rock-solid.
-Renting out your property can result in passive income as well. Some people who live in a big house may decide to rent out a room or two. This might be an especially good idea if you live in some attractive location.
-Any successful investments may also be a form of passive income.

There are many ways you can have passive income and it depends on your circumstances which method is the best for you.