Home |  Index |  Submit Request |  Share Photos |  Share Tips |  Active Topics |  New Feedback  |  Contact Us  |  Search
 User Login:  Username:    Password:      Forgot It?  | Join ThriftyFun!

 Popular Topics
 - Beauty
 - Budget and Finance
 - Christmas *
 - Cleaning
 - Consumer Advice
 - Craft Projects
 - Craft Tips
 - Food Tips
 - Garage Sales
 - Gardening
 - Gifts
 - Green Living
 - Home Improvement
 - Organizing
 - Parenting
 - Parties
 - Pest Control
 - Pets
 - Product Reviews
 - Recipes
 - Repair
 - Thanksgiving
 - Weddings for Less

More Topics

Google Search:

Web thriftyfun.com

About:
RSS Feed
About Us
Media
Advertising
Contact Us
Privacy Statement
Disclaimer

Legitimate Work at Home Jobs

1x1
Date: 11/20/2007 Topics: Budget and Finance > Employment | Readers Request > Money  
1x1
1x1
Post Feedback! | Email a Friend | Get Responses | Bookmark | Link | Rate: Thumbs Up Thumbs Down | Print | Print (With Feedback)
Are there work at home jobs that is actually legitimate. Not somebody standing by a $100,000 car or somebody on the beach. We, the real people, know you have to work to make money. How real are the online jobs or is that the business to sucker you in to buy their book or expensive programs for false hope.

Richard from Homer City, PA
Related Links:
Previous: Flavored Brownies ThriftyFun Next: How to Find Free or Inexpensive Furniture
1x1
 Feedback
1x1
1x1
1x1
1x1
 Sponsors
1x1
1x1

Post By marie (Guest Post) (12/17/2008)
Please do not send your money to midland marketing. They are thieves. It is a shame that nobody can't do anything to close them.

Report Spam or Abuse


Post By Stacey (Guest Post) (09/12/2008)
I just sent away $35.00 for the midland marketing thing, and reading what you all have said, I feel like a fool. I should have known. My husband told me it sounded to good to be true. I guess he was right!

Stacey

Report Spam or Abuse


Post by jess_admin (774) | (09/05/2008)
Profile |Blog! |Contact
(submitted via email)
So you never received anything from Midland Marketing?? I am going to be very upset if I lost out on $35.00.

Ashley

Report Spam or Abuse


Post by ThriftyFun (3710) | (08/10/2008)
Profile |Blog! |Contact
(sent in by email)
I also gave Midland Marketing a shot. I have never received anything. You can call an 800 number and get their recording, but no one will return a call.
Margaret

Report Spam or Abuse


Post By Tabitha (Guest Post) (08/09/2008)
I am concerned about the Midland Marketing myself. Can you tell me if there is any legitimate enveloping jobs making over $1000 a week? I will pay the small fee, I just don't wanna loose out on any money.

Report Spam or Abuse


Post by jess_admin (774) | (07/17/2008)
Profile |Blog! |Contact
submitted via email
Here is another company claiming to be a "work at home envelope stuffing" business. $35.00 up front, no info, etc.

Midland Marketing
P.O. Box 23581
Chattanooga, TN 37422

Funny thing is.. all the info came in an envelope post marked in Austin, TX 787

The BBB has requested info from the company with no response.

Jay

Report Spam or Abuse


Post by twinendeavors (5) | (05/15/2008)
Profile |Blog! |Contact
Hello Everyone!

I'm aware of two opportunities for working at home that involve no cost and no credit cards.

One is Pay to Read programs. Get paid to scan through an e-mail and click on a link. We're not talking get rich here, but something more in the range of $25 - $100 per month. For more information, I've compiled a list of these programs, once I've test driven and personally recommend, on my website. Check out www.twinendeavors.com for more info.

The second opportunity is for the typists out there. If you can type 65 wpm or greater, check out http://www.speak-write.com/TypistNav/Employment/index.cfm. They're hiring general transcriptionists that work from home and set your own hours. Apply, take a typing test, review a tutorial, and take a test on the tutorial, and you're hired. Their website states you can earn anywhere from $10 - $15 per hour depending on speed.

Happy Earnings!
Debbie

Report Spam or Abuse


Post by dana67 (18) | (12/14/2007)
Contact
Hi Richard,

I make enough money to pay all the bills with these sites. For me, it was so difficult getting started. Where do you start making money on line? There were so many options.

It took a lot of looking and a lot of trial and error, but I have found several really great sites. And all these sites are free to join. Also, I have proof that these sites pay like pics of checks I have been paid, a 1099 Tax form, etc.

http://proof-of-payment.blogspot.com/

One thing I have learned: Never join a work at home program or opportunity that wants you to pay up front. If they were making that much money, they wouldn't need to charge you.

Report Spam or Abuse


Post By Patricia Spurgis (Guest Post) (12/13/2007)
www.watchdogpartners.com
I found this to be pertty good I don't know about all of them but I am into the Data Entry Made Easy, I'm a simple person an I need it as simple as I can get it.

Report Spam or Abuse


Post by Lauriinnc (5) | (12/12/2007)
Profile |Contact
www.west.com
Work for QVC, Home Shopping Club..that sort of thing. You need highspeed access and a landline. You need to apply online and they will tell you if they have an opening available in your area. You can choose your hours.

Also check out this site. Clark wants to help you be debt free!

http://clarkhoward.com/topics/workathome_help.html

Report Spam or Abuse


Post by Laurel_admin (525) | (12/11/2007)
Contact
I'm looking for a REAL work at home opportunity. Any suggestions? Hayley from La Place, Louisiana

Answers:

RE: Legitimate Work at Home Jobs

Hello Hayley, Many women are leaving their brick and mortar jobs and working at home. If you're looking for a legitimate work at home job then a great place to start your search is workplacelikehome.com, wahm.com, Rat Race Rebellion and Craigs List. I work at home full time and love it. My job is very flexible so that I can work around the grandkids. I wouldn't go back to the corporate world for anything. If you need any suggestions, let me know. Good Luck !!! (11/22/2007)

By Patty

Report Spam or Abuse


Post by Laurel_admin (525) | (11/20/2007)
Contact
Are there any real work from home jobs? Without paying for the job. Like computer work, etc. Patricia from La Pine, OR

Answers:

RE: Legitimate Work at Home Jobs

Check with the school district in your area. Most schools cover clerical as well as teaching positions. I was on the sub list for a public school district for several years. I worked in offices, libraries and as a TA in Pre K and PE. I got called every day. The beauty is you are not required to go every day and you don't have to worry about sick or personal days. Go when it's convenient for you. Another thing to consider is that as a sub you can shop for the best campuses for the time when you might want to go "regular". As a regular employee most districts pro rate your salary so you have money coming in all summer. You have some valuable skills that I don't have and I worked as much as I wanted to. I now sub for a small Episcopal school. (11/05/2007)

By MartyD

RE: Legitimate Work at Home Jobs

Lynda, where do I go for the ONLINESURVEY job? (11/06/2007)

By patrae

RE: Legitimate Work at Home Jobs

This might be what you are looking for. It is not "get rich quick" but it can be "get rich". You can do it from home, no making phone calls or any of that stuff. Give it a try. www.myberrytree.com/bt97975/free Good luck on your search! Denise (11/06/2007)

By

Report Spam or Abuse


Post by Laurel_admin (525) | (11/05/2007)
Contact
I would like to know if there are any legit websites out there to find a work at home job? I am interested in typing, data entry, that type of stuff, I also have some Medical Terminology knowledge, as I was trying to get into the Medical Transcription field. I was an administrative assistant for over 10 years before I came home to take care of my children. I know that there are many requests on this type of stuff already out there, I have just exhausted all of my resources at the present time. I have been researching off and on for about 4 years now and most everything I find is not legit, or you have to pay for it first, I don't think so! I don't have the money to invest in a lot of things and then lose it. I have young children in school and would like to find something I could do from home on school days, so that I don't have to get a babysitter. I also know of other people at home with small children that could benefit from working at home, so any information, suggestions that anyone has would be greatly appreciated. Thank you so much for your newsletter and resources, I really enjoy reading them and learning about all different types of stuff. Couchpotato

Answers:

RE: Legitimate Work at Home Jobs

Well this is a little bit off what you are looking for but I will still put out this suggestion. If ALL of your children are in school, have you thought of substitute teaching, working as a teacher's aide, lunchroom aide, office aide? I work as a substitute teacher and this works great for my family. I will start my 3rd year next month and love it. I am able to work the days I can and say no to the others. I am off when the kids are off and have no need for a sitter. As I said this is a little bit more and not quite what you were looking for BUT it helped my family solve the problem of me working. (07/18/2006)

By Jennifer

RE: Legitimate Work at Home Jobs

I live in Florida. The Home Shopping Network has openings for: (I copied and pasted from their website) Work at Home Representatives are the primary support for our customers. HSN Customer Care Representatives take inbound calls to complete sales transactions, up-sell merchandise and resolve customer concerns. Representatives receive comprehensive training so they can treat each call with care and provide excellent service. This position requires individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced, exciting, customer-focused atmosphere. Eligible candidates must have a PC with Windows 2000 or Windows XP operating system and high-speed internet access. In addition the use of a standard phone line (landline) with a 727/813 area code is required. The dedicated use of this equipment would be required for the entire duration of each shift. I'm sure there are other companies in other areas of the country that have similar jobs available. Hope this helps! (07/28/2006)

By Diedradawn

RE: Legitimate Work at Home Jobs

I work from home, but as an interpreter. I cannot complain at all. I have time for my home, myself, and work. I even have weekends off so I can visit my family. I don't spend any money on public transportation/taxis (I don't have a car) ALTHOUGH because I'm at home I tend to eat a little more. If you know another language besides English and have access to a phone line and a quiet space you can work from i.e. no kids yelling, or dogs barking, you should consider this. I know it's not what you're looking for, but it's an at-home job. (07/31/2006)

By BrightEyes_PR@yahoo.com

RE: Legitimate Work at Home Jobs

I'm SERIOUSLY considering beginning ONLINESURVEYS.com in the next week or so. It comes highly recommended as a list of reliable companies who pay well.There's MUCH more money to be made than I realized. The list they sell costs about $35, I believe. We then line up ONLINE with each company we want (like Wal-Mart and Target)for pay between $15 and $150 for each survey we complete ONLINE, for our OPINION of products. I'm skeptical of most things on the Internet, but this comes recommended by a ministry with whom I am familiar, called angelfoodministry.com. It seems like the best for my needs. I understand we require no training, just basic typing/computer skills/and a computer. I plan to buy a printer with my first check, but I may not be able to work long hours since I am disabled and will have to do it as I can get to it and as much/little as I want/can. I believe the income is deposited directly into your bank account. There are also benefits such as free merchandise from some merchants. Good luck and God bless. (08/05/2006)

By Lynda

RE: Legitimate Work at Home Jobs

I will tell you what my ex-mother-in-law told me, and which 13 years later still is good advice. She told me that "IF I have to work," "or If I want to work" work at a school. She worked at one for 27yrs. I will tell you that it was GREAT advice. There is custodial work, and most of it at least in our school district it pretty easy. Dusting, sweeping, emptying garbage cans and so on. There is the cafeteria area as well. You could be a Noon-time aide, which is basically helping the kids in opening something, making sure they are behaving inside, and escorting them to the playground and watching for their safety. There are many positions in the kitchen and or snack bar in the schools as well. Or, you could also be a bus driver. Now before you say "No way, I can't do that", I thought the same way, and now I love it. The training isn't hard, and most of the time, I believe the company pays for your physical and license. At our branch, I am able to do the bus job, and also work at a school. I have time between to either run a few errands, doctor appointments, clean, or make sure that I have things ready for dinner when I get home. This is just a thought for some. Hopefully I didn't offend anyone, this is only my second post. Also, you might want to see if your school has a website, access it and see if they have a employment section that you could check on. Also another thought for the bus driving job, at least at our branch, they do have summer work to sign up for, also trips that they need drivers for during school. And, at our branch, we are even able to get some, not a lot of unemployment. I at least think for some, this is a great way to work to earn money, and with doing either the one, or all, when there is no school, You don't have work. Snow days, school holidays and SUMMERS off! Good Luck (08/10/2006)

By BusDrivinMomma

Report Spam or Abuse


Post by lewis_admin (1341) | (10/14/2004)
Profile |Blog! |Contact
I was wondering if you had any websites/information/etc. on legitimate Work at Home Jobs? I have been searching on the internet off and on for a couple of years now and most everything I have found is a scam.

I would like to work at home as I have two small children at home and then I could work around school schedules, etc. Any advice, info you could offer would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you,
Melissa from Illinois

Answers:

RE: Legitimate Work at Home Jobs

Melissa, you are disqualifying yourself from legitimate work with this statement: "as I have two small children at home and then I could work around school schedules, ". To any business that sounds like you might be willing to play a bit, as long as it does not interfere with your priorities, and if you are in the mood. Businesses are tired of that. If you want legitimate work, you have to change your attitude and your ad. Forget the term "home worker". It has gotten a bad reputation, and just barely qualifies you for scams. If you instead market yourself for example as "Reliable tele-commuter, proficient in medical transcribing and data base entry", then you'll probably have legitimate and well paying work quickly. More and more clinics are outsourcing work like that. Keep in mind, though, that for legitimate work you have to treat it with the same priority as a job that you commute to. If you don't complete the assigned work in the expected time, you will get dumped just as fast as if you were commuting. (10/14/2004)

By DearWebby

Report Spam or Abuse


1x1

Post Feedback:
Login using the form on the top of the page to post feedback if you have registered with ThriftyFun. If you have not yet registered, click here. It's FREE!. If you are not registered you can post feedback as a guest below. Please don't use your email address for your name because spam robots can dredge it from our site. Please do not post your feedback more than ONCE. We need to approve all guest feedback and it may take from minutes to hours for that to happen.
(1x1 graphic )
Your Name

Subject

Feedback

text tool text tool text tool text tool

Image Upload: Add an image to your post! Click the "Browse" button below and select an image from your hard drive. Please only select gifs or jpegs. If you have any problems, just email the image to images@thriftyfun.com

  

If you want to post your email address for responses from readers, obscure it in some way like put spaces between the name and @ sign and service address with (remove spaces) behind it or name (at) server (dot) com . This is for your protection from those creepy Robots.

(1x1 graphic )

© 1997-2009 ThriftyFun.com - Design by Cumuli Design
Disclaimer: ThriftyFun.com cannot accept any responsibility for any injury or damage that you may cause to yourself, others, or property when following any advice given on this site. Read the full disclaimer. If you find any information on ThriftyFun.com or in our newsletters that is either erroneous and/or potentially harmful to others, please Contact Us, immediately.