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Need some extra cash? 15 jobs you can do from home
Working remotely isn’t suitable for everybody. But in the wake of the pandemic, it has seen a considerable boon globally. Tap or click here for legit ways to find work-from-home jobs.
If you’re interested in earning a living from home, there is no better time to get involved with the right opportunity.
Most jobs listed below can be found on job sites or through dedicated agencies and other resources. Keep reading for a list of jobs that you can do from home.
1. Data entry
It’s easy to find contracted work as a data entry clerk from home. Everything from medical supply companies to voter registration teams needs workers for data entry, making these jobs plentiful and accessible for even those without a robust resume of experience.
Data entry clerks make around $32,000 on average. This job also works excellently as a lucrative side hustle. If you find the right company, you can do the job part-time alongside something more substantial.
2. Medical coding
Being a remote medical coder involves assisting medical staff by cross-referencing the details of a patient’s visit with the appropriate medical billing to follow. You may need to get certified, but after doing so, you’ll be able to find work from several platforms and agencies.
This line of work is relatively well-paid. Medical coders can expect to earn up to $50,000 annually from home.
3. Freelance writer
SEO writers, blog writers, technical writers, and marketers can make a bundle from home. If you’re a great time manager, this is one side hustle you should consider. IAPWE is the ultimate place to find freelance and W2 work as a writer, as are the usual suspects when applying for employment (including LinkedIn and Indeed).
Depending on your experience level and the nature of the assignments, you may earn up to $20 per hour when you first start. Other clients pay by the word. Inquire about the mode of compensation before you sign on.
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