💰 GTA V Story Mode Hidden Cash Locations (Easy Early Money) Story Mode

💰 GTA V Story Mode Hidden Cash Locations

If you're looking for quick money in GTA V Story Mode, there are several hidden cash spots scattered around Los Santos and Blaine County. These locations can give you an early boost without needing to complete missions or heists.

Here are some of the best hidden cash locations you should check out.

🌊 Underwater Package Near the Sunken Plane

One of the easiest hidden money spots is located off the west coast of Los Santos.

There is a sunken airplane wreck underwater that contains a hidden package worth $12,000.

How to get it

1. Head to the west coast of Los Santos.

2. Dive underwater near the wrecked plane.

3. Collect the briefcase containing $12,000.

4. Swim away and return later to collect it again.

💡 Pro Tip:
Using a scuba suit or submarine makes this much easier and safer.

🏝 Hidden Briefcase Near Paleto Bay

Another great hidden cash location can be found near Paleto Bay.

A hidden underwater briefcase sits near a wrecked boat and contains a large cash reward.

Steps

1. Travel to the north-west coast near Paleto Bay.

2. Dive underwater near the wreck.

3. Look for a briefcase on the seabed.

4. Grab it to collect the cash.

   
   

🔁 Infinite Money Trick (Story Mode)

Some hidden cash briefcases can respawn if you move far enough away and return.

Players often use this trick to farm money early in the game.

Method

1. Collect the briefcase.

2. Swim away or switch characters.

3. Return to the location.

4. The cash may respawn.

⚠️ This does not work on every briefcase, but several underwater ones do.

🚗 Armoured Trucks

Armoured trucks randomly appear throughout the map and contain thousands of dollars.

How to steal the cash

1. Wait for the guards to exit the truck.

2. Shoot the rear doors.

3. Grab the money inside.

These trucks can give $5,000 – $8,000.

💡 Final Tip

If you want to earn millions in GTA V Story Mode, save the Lester Assassination missions until after the main story. This allows you to invest your money in the stock market and turn thousands into hundreds of millions.