How to make money online legally.
5 ways to make money online
There are plenty of ways to make money online, but I've found the best way to bring in a
steady and substantial income is by offering a specific skill set or experience, or renting out
your property. Here are some options to consider.
1. You can be a virtual assistant
For a job that allows you to work from home, whether full- or part-time, consider becoming
a virtual assistant (VA).
As a VA, you'll perform clerical work for a company or an individual. Your duties might
include anything from data entry to managing social media or answering phone calls.
You can get started with VA work by searching for job postings online or by creating a
profile on a site like Upwork. Just know that rates vary. According to Upwork, VAs on their
site charge anywhere from $12 to $50+ per hour, depending on experience.
2. You can rent out your property
If you own property or valuable items, you can potentially earn money by renting them out
through online sites. For example, if you have a spare bedroom, try renting it out to a
college student via Redfin or Zillow, or posting it on Airbnb.
Of course, the amount you earn will depend largely on where you live. According to Airbnb,
a private bedroom in San Francisco (where I live) can go for $113 a night, which is almost
$3,400 per month before taxes and fees.
But homes aren't the only kinds of rentals that make money. If you don't use your car fully
, for example, consider listing it on an hourly or long-term car-sharing site such as Turo or
Zipcar. Or if you have extra space in your driveway, you can rent out a parking spot using
sites such as Spacer or SpotHero.
3. Sign up for a gig website
The internet offers plenty of opportunities for gig work, and over 40 million people are
already taking advantage of this option.
Gig work is a broad term that refers to nontraditional types of work that are usually
Freelance and project-based.
As a gig worker, you can be paid for "microtasks" that include anything from grocery
delivery to graphic design, and your rate will depend on a mix of your experience and the
level of competition for the services you provide.
The most popular gig services are ridesharing and delivery, but they're not typically well-
paid. Here are some gig work platforms where you can set up an account for other types of
work that may be more lucrative:
Behance.net: For creative work such as photography, game design, or illustration.
Fiverr: Any kind of online freelance work, from translation services to music production.
Rover: Pet care services, including pet sitting, training, and dog walking.
Taskrabbit: For handy work and household chores, such as hanging shelves,
assembling furniture or painting walls.
Upwork: Geared toward specialty projects, including accounting, admin, and legal
services.
4. Online tutoring/teaching
Teaching or selling courses is another way to earn money online. If you know an advanced
subject area, you can potentially earn $40 to $50 or more per hour through online tutoring.
High-paying subjects for tutors include:
Business English
Test preparation
Computer science and coding
To get started, try using a service like Preply, which Teach for America says is one of the
The highest-paying platforms for teachers.
If you're interested in education, another option is creating online courses. Course creation
can earn you an average of $40 an hour, according to Upwork, and there are a handful of
sites where you can create and share your courses online, including Kajabi, Udemy, and
more.
5. User testing
With user testing, you get paid to try using new websites and apps and record your
reactions and feedback. You can earn anywhere from $0.50 to $1 a minute as a usability tester
tester. All you need is a microphone to record your real-time feedback, and a quiet place to
record yourself.
It's worth noting, however, that this won't necessarily provide you with a steady stream of work.
Many tests are 20 minutes or less, and they're not available on demand. Realistically, you may
be invited to do just a few tests each week.
That means being a usability tester can help you earn some extra cash, but you shouldn’t
expect it to replace your current job.
How to tell if an online job is a scam
When you search for work online, you're bound to run into a job scam at some point.
Job scammers take advantage of the fact that you may be desperate for work and willing to
overlook otherwise obvious red flags. So, as a job seeker, make sure you don't ignore these
telltale signs of a scam:
Guaranteed work: The job is guaranteed to you, regardless of your qualifications.
Unrealistic pay: The pay rate seems too good to be true, and/or the payment terms and
platform fees are vague. For example, the job flyer states, "You can earn anywhere from
$20 to $200 an hour."
Unsolicited contact: You receive a job offer from a company you've never reached out to
Up-front costs: The employer asks you to pay for training, equipment, or other up-front costs
Unprofessional communication: They use bad grammar or contact you via text
message or WhatsApp.
Pressure: You're told the role must be filled immediately, or you're asked to share your
personal information right away to get the job.
If you suspect you're dealing with a scammer, stop all communication right away. It can be
tough to let go of a potential opportunity, but it's better to avoid a trap.
Before moving forward, verify the company by looking up its website and online reviews.
You
can also ask a loved one to look at the offer and help you determine if it seems suspicious.
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