You probably have many questions.
Where do you find a job that will let you work remotely?
What do you better work from home?
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How do you avoid getting scammed?
And what about the coffee?
While we cant help you find the best latte, we can help with the rest.
So pour yourself a cup of java so we can get to (remote) work.
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When money is tight,these resourceswill help nearly everyone.
So how do you know if its the right move for you?
But thats just more chores, you cry!
Like walking the dog.
Thosecosts become your responsibility when you work from home.
That could be great… at first.
In fact, loneliness can be hazardous to your health.
Because if you cant talk to someone, isnt bingeing on that Netflix series the next best thing?
How to Find a Good Work-From-Home Job
So, youve decided to start working from home.
You cant deny it the perks are pretty sweet.
But thats what were here for.
Here are some things to keep in mind as you venture into work-from-home territory.
Dont force yourself into a job that might not be the best fit.
Do you absolutelydespisetalking on the phone all day?
Then traditional customer service probably isnt the best gig for you.
And its also possible to avoid customer service jobs all together.
Maybe youre atravel junkie looking for a remote jobthat fits your wandering lifestyle.
Consider becoming a freelance travel writer or a remote travel consultant.
Do you have teaching experience or some expertise in a certain subject?
There are tons of companies that will pay you toonline tutor.
Are you known as The Office Flash because of your lightspeed typing skills?
Transcription might be your thing.
Plenty of work-from-home opportunities dont require one.
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What you gotta Work From Home
You say youre ready to work from home.
But is your home ready?
Check with your employer for the company policy on work-related equipment and coverage.
Filing as a limited liability corporation, or LLC, can offer multiple benefits.
Say your rig gets hacked and you lose your clients big report, so your client sues.
Was it beyond your control?
But insurance can help cover the legal costs and claims.
The IRS explains thedifference between the two on its site.
If youre a contractor or are self-employed, youre responsible for taxes.
And dont forget freelance work.
But not all scams are obvious.
Youd be shocked to see how many of these scams can be downright convincing.
But how can you tell the difference between a legitimate work-from-home opportunity and a ploy to steal your identity?
Were here to help youfind legit work-from-home jobs.
Even doing a basic Google search can separate a scam from a legitimate opportunity.
Check a companys actual website and look through its careers/employment page.
Cant find the job listed on the site, or anywhere else for that matter?
Spoiler alert: Its probably a scam.
you’re able to also check out thisBBB Scam Tracker.
Need a Hand With Bills?
Listen, we know its tough out there.
But theres no shame in asking for help.
These companiesmake it easy to help yourself and your bank account.
What you might consider normal paperwork could lead to a cleaned-out bank account.
If this happens to you, dont panic.
There aresteps you’ve got the option to take to limit the damage.
Overall, a healthy dose of skepticism can be your best defense against a work-from-home scam.
And well keep bringing them to you.
Kaitlyn Blount and Tiffany Wendeln Connors are former staff writers at The Penny Hoarder.
