How much does it cost to get started?

With a budget of zero you can sign up and create a profile on freelance sites to find work. If you’re already paying for WiFi and have a computer, then you really have all you need to begin. If you have $500 – $1,000 to get going, you can invest in a domain name and subscribe to website hosting, open a business bank account, and maybe even take an inexpensive online course to teach you tricks of the trade.

How much money can I make as a VA?

The average salary for a virtual assistant is around $40,000 a year, but highly successful VAs make as much as seven figures. The simpler your services and the more people can do them, the less you can charge for them. On the other hand, as you gain experience and expand your skills, you can earn more for working with specialized applications like bookkeeping or graphic design tools. As you begin making money, think about reinvesting your earnings in business tools for efficiency and easy communication. This might mean setting up a dedicated business phone system or mastering specialized project management and scheduling software.