Are you tired of the 9-to-5 grind?
A legitimate work-from-home job starts to sound pretty good, doesnt it?
The problem is youve probably seen plenty of work-from-home job postings that promise way more than they deliver.
Working from home? Outfit your workspace withdeals on these essentials.
(Were looking at you, multi-level marketing schemes.)
Heck, just Google work from home scam and youll get 225 million hits.
Its a jungle out there, people.
Keep an eye onThe Penny Hoarders Work-From-Home Jobs Portal, where youll see the most up-to-date listings weve found.
These job alerts are for positions that are open right now.)
To give you an idea of whats out there, weve rounded up this list of legitimate work-from-home jobs.
They range from full-time positions to side gigs, and none of them are scams.
Our team has compiled alist of creative waysyou can fatten your bank account this week.
This is a long list, so dont get overwhelmed.
Well keep it updated as offers changes or expire.
Being your own boss has its pros and cons.
Youre working without a safety net, but you have maximum flexibility.
Here are some options:
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The online course will lead you through modules, practice dictations and quizzes.
It even shows you how to create a website and how to secure clients.
This worked out well for Alaina Roth.
Requirements:Do you have mad typing skills?
Do you have the stick-to-it-iveness needed to finish an online training course?
How to get started:If youre even a teeny bit interested, tryTranscribe Anywheres free introductory mini-course.
Earn $500+/Month Listing Your Place on Airbnb
The job:Have you got a spare room?
Might as welllist it with Airbnbto attempt to make some money with it.
input your information into Airbnbs calculator to receive a free income estimate.
How to get started:Read throughour beginners guide to Airbnbbefore you list your space.
Thats perfect to supplement a 9-to-5 job.
Because the demand is so high, there are a lot of less-than-reputable companies out there.
Its important to vet each company to see which one will fit your schedule and income needs.
Two we like areQkidsandVIPKid.
Requirements:VIPKid applicants must have a bachelors degree.
Qkids is more flexible but also prefers a degree.
Each company requires you to commit to a six-month contract.
Average earnings:With most ESL sites, its possible to teach two lessons per hour.
Total hourly pay ranges from $14 to $22.
How to get started:Here are some things youll need:
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Build Your Freelance Career $5 at a Time
The job:Have you got skills?
Can you shoot photos, edit videos or design websites?
Can you write blog posts or code?
If youve got game, list your services on freelance sites like Fiverr.
Requirements:Depends on the gig use your existing skills!
Average earnings:Its called Fiverr because every job listed on the website used to cost five bucks.
How to get started:Study the website.
Gigs on Fiverr range from standard data entry and research tasks to the truly out-there.
Your car must be registered in-state and be covered by in-state insurance.
For Lyft, you must own a car made in 2007 or later.
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How to get started:Youre an independent contractor.
Set your own schedule and work as much or as little as you want.
But they dont always get it right.
Thats where you come in.
Requirements:Youll have to take qualifying tests.
They can take a couple hours, and you wont be paid for this time.
Some companies also interview you by phone.
Youre hired as an independent contractor, not an employee.
Heres what you should know:
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Requirements:You should be good at multitasking talking on the phone while working on a computer.
Speaking Spanish is also a good skill to have, and it can earn you extra money.
How to get started:Numerous staffing companies work in this field.
You should also keep an eye onThe Penny Hoarders Work-From-Home Jobs Portal.
You should also be able to throw in, speak on the phone and navigate a computer.
Average earnings:It varies.
Jobs start at $10 per hour.
How to get started:Check outAmazons remote jobs page.
When youclick hereto search, ZipRecruiter sends you to a list of geo-tailored work-from-home job openings.
(Because, yes, even some work-from-home job opportunities havelocation restrictions.)
As soon as you start your search, youll see the average salary for work-from-home jobs in your area.
This will help you know what to expect.
Peruse the listings to find information about the company, pay and bang out of employment.
Youll find details about requirements as well as information about how to apply.
ZipRecruiter will even let you know if you qualify for a position based on your credentials.
(We always recommend applying, anyway!)
A Work-From-Home Golden Age
Theres never been a better time for Americans to find legitimate work-from-home jobs.
All you need is a laptop or a phone, email address, a work ethic and internet access.
Mike Brassfield ([email protected]) is a senior writer at The Penny Hoarder.
He mostly works in an office.
(Can you sense my millennial sarcasm there?)
You know which ones were talking about: rent, utilities, cell phone bill, insurance, groceries…
