Have you ever sold your child's old stroller or crib on eBay to make a few bucks? Well, a family of five from Austin, TX is doing much more than that to make ends meet – they're selling themselves on eBay.

Huh?

When he was laid off, dad Loren Guerra had an idea. In the hopes of getting corporate sponsorship for his family, he decided to offer their services to companies in need of advertising. The Guerra's eBay page reads: "Let us represent you and be your brand ambassadors."

What does that mean exactly?

"We are auctioning off our brand ambassador services for a brand that is looking to have an all-American family basically represent their brand," says Loren.

The Guerra's are willing to do anything to advertise a brand for the reserve price of $50,000. They say they'll wear shirts with brand logos emblazoned on them, participate in parades, stick signs in their yard, even wrap their cars in advertisements. But they have one strict rule: They'll only advertise for "family-friendly companies." This means no tobacco, alcohol, gambling, or adult-themed advertisements allowed.

Sure, this stunt may sound far-fetched, but is it really? In a dwindling economic market, families are getting more and more creative with making ends meet.Earlier this year, Heather and Brent Spooner, a couple from New Hampshire, vowed to spend only $1,500 on food, household supplies and medical expenses for them and their two children. For the entire year.

They stockpiled food, clipped coupons, shopped for sales, and cooked food before it spoiled. And on some days they spend absolutely nothing. The goal, they say, is to raise people's awareness to value their hard-earned money.

The Spooners have also promised not to eat out until their wedding anniversary on December 28.

Some families have even decided to shack up together when faced with the possibility of foreclosure. Brothers and sisters are moving in with one another to help pay the mortgage, and adults who wish to divorce are even delaying their divorce proceedings to avoid paying for their own place or because they can't sell their homes.

Tell us – What extreme measures would you take to keep your family afloat?