At Home Jobs

Updated on May 07, 2009
J. asks from Walled Lake, MI
25 answers

Has anyone ever become a mystery shopper or got paid to do surveys online?.I would like to continue staying home with my son,but need to start making some income. Let me know what any of your experiences have been good or bad.

3 moms found this helpful

What can I do next?

  • Add yourAnswer own comment
  • Ask your own question Add Question
  • Join the Mamapedia community Mamapedia
  • as inappropriate
  • this with your friends

Featured Answers

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

T.T.

answers from Kalamazoo on

Hi J.,

I was wondering how things were going and if you found something that has allowed you to work from home. Feel free to email me at ____@____.com

Make it a great day!
T.

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

L.W.

answers from Detroit on

Hi J., I have tried the mystery shopper thing and it does work , but I am from monroe and ther was not to many jobs avaiable to me they are in Ann arbor, Taylor, ohio. So I did make some good money, but It got to expensive in gas. So it was not worth it anymore. I have been workinf for a company called workathomeunited.com I have been doing this for about 1 year. I really like it. If you would like more information please visit my website at workathomeunited.com/woelmer

More Answers

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

A.R.

answers from Detroit on

Some of the "get paid to take surveys" sites really do pay, but they don't pay very much. www.mysurvey.com and www.your2cents.com are good sites that pay for your opinions but it's only like 50 bucks a year or so. Becoming a mystery shopper does pay pretty well but only when you get assignments and most of the companies make you pay to get the lists to get started.

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

M.O.

answers from Detroit on

Hi J.

I once 5 years ago tried that it didn't work out so well. Alot of those companies have not been around all that long wither so alot of work and no pay. I have been workign at home with another company for 5 years now I am very successful at and Stay at home full time. Feel free to check it out www.M..fourpointmoms.com

M.

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

C.

answers from Detroit on

J. - be careful of the "Four Point Moms" - it is "Amway" ish - I did a little research on the web, and they are a downline. See this website: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/ripoff121932.htm

C.

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

C.S.

answers from Grand Rapids on

Hi J.,

Do you love jewelry? How about FREE jewelry? I have an amazing opportunity for you to check out. Give me a call or email me any time.

###-###-#### or ____@____.com

Thanks,
C.

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

C.S.

answers from Detroit on

Hi. I just wanted to say that most of the online mystery shopper ads I've seen require you to pay for or order something. From what I've seen it's a scam. Just watch what you sign up for, you shouldn't have to pay to work. Good Luck!

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

K.M.

answers from Grand Rapids on

Hello J.,
I have not experienced with the survey thing! But I do run my own business from home and it sounds like it may be perfect for you. Please contact me if you would like more information @ http://www.workathomeunited.com/kmorey

Hope to talk with you soon!

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

L.O.

answers from Detroit on

J.,
I tryed the payed surveys! It all depends on where you find the paid survey programs but most of them are not good in my book anyway. I make extra money doing childrens Stuff and Fluff workshops it's great fun! E-mail me if you want info about it! L.

www.noahsarkworkshop.com/lorioneil2288

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

K.N.

answers from Lansing on

I had a dilemma also. My son is Autistic. I did daycare in my home for a few years, until I got REALLY tired of not getting paid, moms who would sign up for daycare, then never bring their kids, but expect me to hold a spot...the list is endless....

SO. No more daycare.

Luckily for me, I have always enjoyed playing with glass. Mosaics, stained glass, fused glass. I'm selling my creations and making more money now than I did doing daycare. And I'm home when my son is. Which is nice.

Is there anything like that, that you enjoy doing?

I'm so glad to be OUT of daycare and onto creative things!

K.

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

C.M.

answers from Saginaw on

Hello J. I love my at home business and the money is real and we have met so many positive people here is my web site take a look ..
www.prepaidlegal.com/hub/jamesmstanton
I did the survey sites .. I personally did not have much luck .. that is when I found pplsi
It has been a blessing to me and my family. Now dad and I both work from home with our kids. Have a great day C.

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

M.R.

answers from Kalamazoo on

Hi J., you sound exactly like me, I'm doing the exact same thing that you are, come June, I will be unemployed from my school bus driving job and I need an income coming in but I really want to stay home with my two kids! I know the boat you are in, maybe something on one of my sites will help you out, and if you don't mind if you find anything realy great will you let me know please? My email is ____@____.com and my name is M..

Anyway, here is a site that will help you out, they have tons of work at home advice and resources! Very helpful site for anyone looking for home employment or who already owns a home business and is looking for more information.(you may have to copy and paste the links in a new browser, sorry)

http://www.idevaffiliate.com/31160/idevaffiliate.php?id=120

And not only will it help you find a legimate work from home company but you can also sign up as an affiliate and earn $$$ just from telling others about the site!! Just click the link below and look to the left of the page, click the link that says affiliate program, follow the link on the next page to sign up for FREE and then to start making money just place their banners, links or whatever you would like into emails, on your website, myspace, cafemom, clubmom or where ever you would like to help people find great work from home opportunities!! What an easy way to make money over and over again!!

http://www.idevaffiliate.com/31160/idevaffiliate.php?id=120

Also, I have many work from home opportunities that you are free to check out, each company that I have listed are legimate, companies that don't cost anything to join! Feel free to contact me if you have any questions. (you may have to copy and paste the links in a new browser, sorry)

http://www.myspace.com/mtierush
http://blog.myspace.com/mtierush
http://www.cafemom.com/home/daisygreenii
http://www.webspawner.com/users/daisygreenii/

Goodluck to you, I hope these help you out, I know it's hard out there but stick to it!! I know I'm trying to. TTYL

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

B.M.

answers from Saginaw on

If You Can Copy and Paste You Can Make 100$ Over and Over Everyday!!
Everyone Joins!!
This is the only company that actually works for EVERYONE!!
Click Here http://thesecretpays.com/BonnieM
Start Making Money Fast!!
Most people make their 1st $100 in

1 to 3 days.
Then make $200 -$300 A DAY !! AMAZING$$

You Can't Pass This UP:)
It is the Easiest Thing Ever!!
WE Have Over 73,000 Members as of today !

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

S.L.

answers from Saginaw on

I did mystery shopping awhile back ago and it's definitely not something you get rich at. The majority of what I did was restaurants and they basically just reimbursed me for a portion or all of the meal. All of them required it to be only adults, so with the added expense of a babysitter it cost me money, but it was nice to get out to dinner with my husband once in awhile.

I joined Two Sisters Gourmet awhile back ago and love it. I only work when I want, there are times when I don't work at all and times where I'm super busy. If you're interested, you can check out my website at www.twosistersgourmet.com/web/suzannelane

Good luck in whatever you choose to do!

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

J.C.

answers from Detroit on

Don't bother with the things you mentioned. they're pretty much a waste of time. If you have a degree, or are a good writer/reader....contact some local small publishing companies, and try to do some freelance edit jobs. They usually pay by the hour and can be done at your convenience on the pc at home!
good luck
J.

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

S.M.

answers from Detroit on

Hi J.-
Are you still looking for a job that can keep you on a schedule with your kids? Check out my opportunity at www.partylite.biz/shawnemarie
I have been in Direct sales for over 12 years. I would love to help you if you are still interested:o)

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

D.P.

answers from Detroit on

Hello J.

Your request for additional information about earning an income at home was just sent to me. I wanted to get back to you as quickly as possible. I am following up on your request for further information on the home employment opportunity.

Ameriplan is a great opportunity that allows us to generate an income from the comfort of our home while providing us with so many benefits.

In addition to the income, we receive benefits for our entire household, a new 401K plan, home business tax deductions, discounts on local and long distance services, discounts from companies like Dell Computers, Office Depot, 1-800-FLOWERS, and so many others.

Information About Our Company
Ameriplan is a service based company and not product. We do not sell products, do home parties, collect money, do the business to get a discount on our own merchandise, etc. Ameriplan is a true work at home CAREER. You can work either full time or part time at home...100% on the Internet.

We help you start making money at home immediately. We also have training centers all over the United States that you are welcome to attend. Our training centers are available at no cost.

We offer: Daily Pay - FREE Live Support - FREE Websites- FREE Household Benefits, FREE Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.

What we don't do: No Selling - No Parties - No Collecting of Payments - No Cold Calling

Here is a little information about Ameriplan. Our company is 14 years old, is a $100 Million company, and is a member in good standing with the US Chamber of Commerce and the Dallas Better Business Bureau. Here is the link to the BBB: http://www.bbbonline.org/cks.asp?ID=875000584

The television show 60 Minutes also did a big special on our company! To view the 60 minutes special, please visit: http://www.ameriplanusa.com/video/AMR300K.asx

Small Business Tax Deductions
In addition to the benefit of generating an income from the comfort of your home, you also receive a huge tax deduction. Owning your own home based business is really the best tax shelter you have.

You can write off up to $5000 in business expenses on your tax form including: Postage, Advertising, Broker Fee, Broker Kit, Computer Usage, Office Supplies, Home Office Expenses, and so much more.

Remember to save your receipts for any business related expense. You will be amazed at the savings you will receive.

Do Your Own Research
Read and study about our company:

Our Team's new website is located: ameriusa.simpleasabc.com

Some testimonials from our home workers can be found www.theschoolbusdriver.com .

Feel free to be a 'fly on the wall' during one of our conference calls. Listen to our training and team calls to help you get a better idea of what Ameriplan is all about.

Getting Started

If you are ready to start generating an income from home, you may either call my number ###-###-#### or click on the link below. If enrolling online, please make sure that my name appears at the top of the enrollment page. If you would like me to take your application over the phone, it takes just 5 minutes.

Regardless of how you enroll, I will send you a welcome email with the first steps in getting started. We get you up and in profit mode as quickly as possible!

To Start Generating An Income From Home click www.iboplus.com/djohnson

Contact Information
email:____@____.com
phone:###-###-####
Website: ameriusa.simpleasabc.com

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

M.Y.

answers from Kalamazoo on

Hi J. -

I do several odd jobs in order to stay home with my children...

I work approx. one night a week overnight at Kohls. I have a great family who helps me out and even when they can't I can function for short periods of time without a ton of sleep, so it works out. I've worked third shift for years now and up until Dec I was working 30 to 40 hours a week on third shift. If you can do it, it is a great way to be home during the day and not have to pay for daycare.

Back in Sept I started mopping floors and cleaning windows at a laundry mat near my home. This job allows me to go in at 5 in the morning and be home before my husband is off to work.

Then about a month and a half ago I started watching a little girl 40 hours a week Mon-Fri. My children get a playmate and I make some extra cash :)

Last but not least I sell Premier Designs Jewelry. I am an independant consultant and I hold Home Shows in my Hostess' homes. Their is an inital investment and you really only get out of it what you put into it, but it's fun and I get adult conversation and contact which is nice.

I have tried the on-line surveys, but never made any money. I also tried mystery shopping several years ago and it was more of hassle than anything and I never made any money from that either.

I guess my best advice is to be creative and flexible and take work where you find it. If you come across something that seems to good to be true it probably is and stay away from any work at home advertisement that requires you to pay before you can work. You can also check companies out on the Better Business Bureau website http://search.bbb.org/

From my personal experience; I only know one mom who stays home full time and they are only able to do that because they don't go out, they don't drive newer vehicles and they sacrafice alot of things that many of us aren't willing to give up.

All the other Moms I know have part time jobs, several work third shift and I have many friends who run in home day cares. If these options don't work for you maybe you could look at cutting out some extras and trimming down your budget? I don't know, I don't know your situation or your budget, but I know we had to do that when I gave up working full time.

Some tips we've used...we get only the basic...and I mean basic...cable channels (3,4,8,17 etc.) but we get high speed internet. Those combined run us usually $30-$50 dollars a month. It varies every few months because my husband always calls the cable company and gets the latest special that their offering...it takes a little bit of effort on our part, but it keeps our cable/internet bill pretty low. Another thing I do is look for the best deal at the grocery store I break the price down per piece or pound or whatever it is weighed by and try to find the best deal. I also shop sales for the majority of our grocerys...my sister went shopping with me last weekend and couldn't believe that I didn't buy anything that I didn't absolutely have to have if it wasn't on sale...it's just something we know we have to do if I don't want to go back to work full time.

Anyway I hope something in their was useful to you. Feel free to email me if you'd like more tips on trimming down your buget or if you'd just like to talk.

M.

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

R.N.

answers from Los Angeles on

J.,
I was a mystery shopper in College for resturants and it was great fun than because they paid for our meal up front. We basically worked for food. However times have changed and you now have to purchase the product or meal up front and fill out their paperwork before you get paid. I am not saying this is a scam but I think it is kind of time consumming. I have sense joined a few direct marketing companies that were not really worth the money however I just joined Mary Kay and I love it. I get paid for spending time with women, how much better can things get? I make my own hours and still have plenty of time to spend with my family. We have no territories so I have customers and team members all the way out in CA. Anyway if you want to here more feel free to contact me at ____@____.com and good luck

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

K.J.

answers from Grand Rapids on

I just wanted to make sure we connected because the opportunities that I have for you will change your life...They're changing mine. Please call these numbers and listen to the opportunities.

Need prospects for your existing home based business:
Times: 11am Pacific / 2pm EST and 7pm Pacific/ 10pm EST
Number: ###-###-#### and enter code 173332
Website: http://www.successblueprint.biz/?id=KathyJackson02

Giving and Receiving Program
Times: 24/7
Number: ###-###-#### and enter code: 2274
Interested: Give me (K.) a call ###-###-####

I am now staying home as of Feb 1st due to my Spa business:
In Home Spa Service: http://www.beautipage.com/kathyjackson

K. Jackson
Grand Rapids, MI
###-###-####
Free Leads: http://www.successblueprint.biz/?id=KATHYJACKSON02
In Home Spa Service: http://www.beautipage.com/kathyjackson

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

L.

answers from Detroit on

I don't know too much about mystery shoppers, but I was in the same situation - wanting to stay home with my kids, but still produce an income. I promised I would only go to work for something that made a good income and was flexible - I found the total package and more with Mary Kay. I would love to share more info with you about it - no pressure, I promise!

Let me know what you think!

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

L.A.

answers from Detroit on

I had a lady friend who was doing it and found it interesting, but did not pay well with all the driving and time it took to fill out the survey, but she did get paid.

If you would like to be a CitiBank Credit Card Representative and get online credit card applications to people you know who can get a $50 gift card and getting the card is free then visit www.familyandfriends.com. If you sign up please enter my rep ID#1451. If you have any questions or wish to try it before you sign up call me L. at ###-###-####. It cost $55 to join but you get the $55 back when you sign yourself up for the card plus the $50 gift card. You can also link to this site from my website, www.accuratetaxandfinancial.com

A.B.

answers from Detroit on

I started babysitting in my home about 4 months after my son was born and a little over a year and a half later I have a small licensed daycare in my home.
It is a great way to make extra money and it's like having a playdate everyday for your child.
My son loves weekdays when the children come over and we all have alot of fun!

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

S.L.

answers from Lansing on

Hello I found that I spent more time doing surveys than what it was worth and usually I ended up spending money to buy products that I did not want. Sorry, it just did not work for me. I did find that being a freelance writer and making crafts from my home paid and I could do that without too much of a start up expense. I do believe that about anything costs something but it is wise to know what pays and what does not.

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

S.D.

answers from Lansing on

Hi J.,

Not sure if this would be a good fit for you, but I'm now a "working from home" mom. When my oldest became a teenager, I realized that it was more important than ever for me to be home for my children. So I was searching for a way to replace my "corparate" salary from home.

I'm an Independent Consultant with Arbonne. Arbonne is a health and wellness company that has AMAZING skincare, weight loss, nutritional supplements, aromatherapy products and color cosmetics. We are a 27 year old company and are growing every year. Our products are consumable so there are repeat sales, which is nice, because you do the work once and the benefits keep paying off. There is Free training along personal coaching and lots of self-development.

I'd love to visit with you by phone or meet for coffee to find out if this would be a fit for you.

For Updates and Special Promotions
Follow Us

Related Questions

Related Searches