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- Skill Level : Beginner
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BELAY
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Description
BELAY is a premium US-based virtual staffing company that connects skilled virtual assistants, bookkeepers, and social media managers with established clients like executives, entrepreneurs, and growing businesses. It has been recognized by Inc. Magazine, Entrepreneur, and FlexJobs as one of the best remote places to work. The application process is thorough because BELAY only takes on polished professionals, but once you’re in the talent pool, you’re matched with clients who pay well and treat you like a professional rather than a gig worker. VAs earn around $25 per hour on average, with bookkeepers and specialists earning more.
How You Make Money
You apply as a 1099 contractor, pass the assessment and matching process, and get paired with clients. You work a minimum of 10 hours per week and invoice BELAY, who pays you monthly via direct deposit
Payment Method
Direct deposit (ACH bank transfer)
Minimum Payment
N/A, monthly payroll
Withdrawal Speed
Paid once per month
Skill Level
Intermediate to Advanced (requires professional experience)
Pros
1. Works with high-quality clients including executives and recognized businesses
2. Consistently ranked among the best remote work platforms by major publications
3. VA earnings average around $25 per hour with specialists earning more
4. BELAY provides ongoing support and a dedicated Client Success Consultant during your placement
5. Flexible hours with a minimum of just 10 hours per week
2. Consistently ranked among the best remote work platforms by major publications
3. VA earnings average around $25 per hour with specialists earning more
4. BELAY provides ongoing support and a dedicated Client Success Consultant during your placement
5. Flexible hours with a minimum of just 10 hours per week
Cons
1. Only available to residents of the US (excludes California, Colorado, Montana, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania)
2. Paid monthly which requires budgeting patience
3. You need to pitch clients from the talent pool rather than being automatically assigned
4. The application and vetting process is involved and not everyone gets accepted
2. Paid monthly which requires budgeting patience
3. You need to pitch clients from the talent pool rather than being automatically assigned
4. The application and vetting process is involved and not everyone gets accepted
Best For
Experienced US-based professionals who want premium remote work with quality clients and a stable, well-regarded company behind them
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- Skill Level : Intermediate (college degree preferred)
- Payment Method : Direct deposit
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- Best For : Organized professionals who prefer consistent matched work over constant pitching, and want a supportive company structure behind them
- Skill Level : Beginner to Intermediate (12+ years of professional experience preferred)
- Payment Method : Direct deposit (bank transfer)
