You can bypass the midnight "faint" by consuming Energy Drinks or Coffee . This allows you to fish or steal from the Port deep into the early hours of the morning, effectively doubling your productivity per "day."
Becoming the Mayor isn't just a questline; it’s a tool. Once you have the Mayoral Title , your ability to reshape the town (like changing speed limits or billboard content) allows you to manipulate how NPCs interact with the world, making it easier to speed through the valley without constant police intervention.
If you're ever in a pinch for cash, prioritize the Mushroom Hunter . Finding rare mushrooms and delivering them to the Mushroom Hunter’s Hut is the best long-term investment for consistent, high-volume capital.
Once you unlock the Island Campground , you stop being a scavenger and start being a mogul. Stocking the cooler with high-value foods (like cooked steaks and burgers) generates massive passive income.