Looking at Data Entry jobs from home.....

[Lady Freedom Returns]

Any advice?
Anyone here that does this that have any advice? My health is not what it use to be and need something less physical.

[FM123]

1. A friend of mine (retired school teacher) signed up with a company that offers work from home jobs.

She does tutoring but, they have other things like tech jobs too. It is called flexjobs.com and all the jobs and employers are vetted so there are no scams BUT there is a charge (I think she said $9.99 a month) to sign up to be a part of the service. Anyone can go on the website and look at all the jobs for free, but to apply through their service requires the paid membership. I don't know if this is something you would be interested in, but I am throwing it out there. Good luck Lady Freedom!

[Lady Freedom Returns]

3. Saw then online already.

It's the paying them for work part that worries me.

[mahatmakanejeeves]

2. How to Avoid Scams With Data Entry at Home Jobs

How to Avoid Scams With Data Entry at Home Jobs
by Michael Roennevig

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Unfortunately, most work-at-home data entry jobs that seem too good to be true usually are. It's wise to take a cautious approach when responding to unsolicited emails or flashing banner ads offering data entry work for wages that seem unrealistic. Most will turn out to be scams designed to relieve you of your money or steal your identity.

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Research the company. If a quick Internet search doesn't yield any mention of the firm you're talking to, alarm bells should start ringing. You can also look for information on the company offering data entry work by searching the Securities and Exchange Commission and Better Business Bureau websites. Be wary of companies operating outside the U.S.; if things go wrong, you'll have a hard time taking legal action against them.

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Refuse to part with any money. Many work-at-home data entry scams will ask you to pay an administrative fee or charge you for information to get up and running. Jobs such as data entry should require no initial outlay.

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Resist the urge to supply your personal details until you're confident the company you're dealing with is bona fide. Don't be hoodwinked into handing over your information, no matter how innocuous a request for your details seems. Fraudsters can steal your identity with only a few basic facts about you.

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Ask for references you can get in touch with -- don't trust testimonials on a company's website. Request the contact details of somebody who's already doing the job you're considering. An above-board company should have no problem supplying you with this information, but be aware that any reference you're given could be fake. It's best to speak to somebody over the phone, which puts you in a better position than email to judge if everything's in order.

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Insist on a binding contract of employment before you start work. Ask for your hours, pay and benefits to be clearly laid out. Have an employment lawyer look over your contract if there are any passages you're not entirely happy with.

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Sign up for an escrow service through which to receive your wages. Don't start work until your escrow account has been funded and you're happy with the terms under which your wages will be realesed.

Tip
Make sure you're running an up-to-date antivirus program before clicking any links or banner ads associated with questionable data entry opportunities.

How to avoid work-from-home job scams
Learn how to identify work-from-home scams—even ones that may not be so obvious.
Jon Simmons, Monster contributor

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For many people craving a more flexible work schedule, finding great online jobs from home is the dream, right? ... Even if you don’t get to work poolside with a margarita in hand, working from home lets you balance work and family, create your own office vibe, and achieve the kind of autonomy that can bring peace of mind. (Aka, no boss or coworkers breathing down your neck). Plus, it’s not a bad commute!

Today, 43% of the American workforce spends at least some time working remotely, according to a recent Gallup report. That’s partly because technology makes telecommuting easier than ever, and party because employers recognize it’s what workers want. (Want more proof? Just have a look at the loads of legitimate work-from-home opportunities on Monster.)

But with a rising mobile workforce, scams related to working online jobs from home are also becoming more common these days, and they come in many forms: wire transfer schemes, claims processing, envelope stuffing, refund-recovery work, and other fraudulent offers. ... We want to help you identify the ripoff from the real, so you can focus your time and energy on pursuing legitimate remote jobs you’ll love.

Spot the red flags

Since work-from-home scams have become so prevalent, identifying common signs of a fraudulent job has actually become easier than ever. ... “You can root out ninety percent of scams with just a few simple rules," says Rob Holmes, a private investigator at IPCybercrime, a Texas-based intellectual property investigation firm. “If they are using Gmail, it is a scam. If the only interview is done by online chat, it is a scam.” ... Never take online jobs from home if you haven’t at least interviewed by phone or video conference; and if possible, do your interviews in person. Make sure to ask the name of your interviewers so you can research the people you’ll be talking with to ensure they’re for real.

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[Lady Freedom Returns]

4. Thank you.

[mahatmakanejeeves]

5. Don't miss this:

I'll tell you how this works in the legal profession....

Lawyers get these all of the time.

You get an email which appears to come from a reputable person or company asking you to assert a legal claim on their behalf against someone who is infringing their copyright or whatever. The person or company tells you that they've already contacted the infringer and the infringer agreed to stop, but has not paid an agreed upon settlement of some kind. They might even send you a copy of the settlement agreement. You are asked if you will take it on a generous contingent fee.

Upon sending a demand to the infringer (or whatever legal claim it is about), the infringer will immediately agree to pay the settlement for $X.

The "client" is thrilled, tells you to collect the settlement, take your fee, and send them the rest.

The infringer sends you a check, you deposit the check, and wire the "client" the balance.

Shortly thereafter, your bank reverses the credit they issued when you deposited the check, removes the entire amount from your account, and you find that your contacts with the "client" and the "infringer" are no good. The check was forged, and YOU are on the hook for the full amount.

This happens a lot. While most attorneys are wise to it, the same pattern is used in innumerable work-at-home or independent contractor schemes.

Sometimes the check won't clear, and the person sending the check will have an excuse in order to keep you on the hook for a second attempt.

[zanana1]

6. My friend did that for awhile.

The pay was pretty good, but she said there was a sharp learning curve.

[Pharlo]

7. Have you tried visiting Pennyhoarder.com?

When you visit the website, there is a 'WFH' option on the top. Click on that, and it will list work from home jobs with legitimate companies. They will require applications and interviews. A lot of them are customer service, but maybe you can find something along the lines of what you are looking for.

Best of luck!

[UniteFightBack]

8. I've heard some good things about customer service from home. You need the proper computer

requirements and internet connection as well as a dedicated (I think) landline....definitely a land line. I was talking to a friend about it and she said a friend of hers does it and its works for her.

I've done some research awhile ago and it works like you bid on the job - you commit to answer this phone for company x these times per week. The more reliable you are the more jobs etc...you are offered.

I've also heard about the secret shopper. Do check out that penny hoarder.com good tips there and I do this from home almost every day of my life...... I run videos on computers, tablets, phones from survey sites. I do not do surveys but if you hammer them out you can make more money doing that...I just can't stand doing them so I go with the sure thing. I make about 35 bucks a month just from running the videos!!!