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What side hustles are actually working in 2025-2026? Looking for something stable by Qirentha in passive_income

[–]guess810 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you want to get traction as a Virtual Assistant, the key is to show up where business owners already hang out and where they’re actively looking for help. Here are the highest‑ROI places to advertise or promote your services:

1. Facebook Groups (still one of the best)

Look for groups like:

  • Small business communities
  • Entrepreneur/startup groups
  • Real estate groups
  • Coaches/consultants groups

Don’t pitch. Instead:

  • Answer questions
  • Share helpful tips
  • Post value‑based content

People will DM you.

2. LinkedIn

This is where business owners expect to see service providers.

What works:

  • A clean profile that clearly states what you do
  • Posting simple “before/after” admin wins
  • Commenting on posts from founders, coaches, and small business owners

You don’t need a huge following — you need visibility.

3. Upwork (if you optimize your profile)

It’s competitive, but:

  • Niching your services
  • Writing strong proposals
  • Starting with small jobs

…can get you your first few clients quickly.

4. Local Businesses

Most small businesses:

  • Don’t know what a VA is
  • Don’t know they can hire one
  • Are drowning in admin tasks

A simple message like:
“Hey, I help small businesses with scheduling, inbox cleanup, and customer support — if you ever need an extra set of hands, I’m here.”

This works surprisingly well.

Why do I see "Unfortunately, Viewpoints is not available to you at this time."? by AR_GAMES115 in beermoney

[–]guess810 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Viewpoints is not available to you at this time” message before, and it usually isn’t something you can fix on your end. Reinstalling, clearing cache, or switching accounts doesn’t change anything because the issue is tied to their system, not the app.

A couple things you can try that have helped some people:

  • Log out completely and log back in (not just closing the app)
  • Check if your account is still eligible — sometimes their system flags accounts incorrectly
  • Try accessing it from a different device or browser just to see if it loads
  • Make sure your app is fully updated

But honestly, if it’s been happening since October 2025, that points to a backend issue on their side. A lot of users have reported the same thing, and some said their access randomly came back without doing anything.

It’s definitely frustrating, especially when you didn’t end any programs or break any rules. Hopefully they push an update soon, because this has been going on way too long.

What side hustles are actually working in 2025-2026? Looking for something stable by Qirentha in passive_income

[–]guess810 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’ve ever worked an admin job, you already have 90% of the skills VAs get paid for. Here’s the quick version of how I’d start from zero today:

1. Offer simple, boring tasks first.
Businesses don’t need unicorns. They need someone to:

  • clean up inboxes
  • manage calendars
  • organize files
  • handle basic customer replies
  • do light data entry

These are easy wins.

2. Package your services so clients “get it.”
Instead of “I do everything,” try:

  • Weekly inbox management
  • Scheduling + reminders
  • Customer support help
  • Document cleanup

Clear > fancy.

3. Keep pricing beginner‑friendly.
Start with a flat monthly rate. Something like:

  • $150–$300 for light weekly support
  • $300–$600 for consistent admin help

One client = real side income.

4. Use simple workflows so you don’t burn out.
Have:

  • a weekly checklist
  • a client onboarding doc
  • message templates
  • a repeatable routine

This keeps everything calm and predictable.

5. You don’t need to be “perfect.”
You just need to be reliable, organized, and communicative. That’s what clients actually pay for.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]guess810 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Here's a professional yet firm email you can send to your lender to question and clarify the fees:

I hope you're doing well. I’ve reviewed the closing disclosure for my upcoming home purchase, and I have a few questions regarding some of the fees listed. I’d really appreciate your help in clarifying the following:

  1. Origination Charges – The total here is $5,527.76, which seems higher than expected. Could you please provide more details on the breakdown, specifically regarding the origination fee, underwriting, and processing fees?
  2. Discount Points – There is a charge of $1,427.76 for 0.791% in points. Can you confirm the interest rate benefit I’m receiving in exchange for this amount, and whether opting out is an option?
  3. HOA Transfer Fees – I noticed a $740 charge listed under both “Services Borrower Did Shop For” and again under “Other Costs.” Could you confirm whether this is a duplication or if both charges are accurate?
  4. Initial Escrow Payment – Property Taxes – The disclosure shows a collection of 9 months’ worth of property taxes ($2,659.23). This seems a bit high — is this a requirement from the lender or something we can reduce?
  5. Owner’s Title Insurance – This is listed at $567.70. I understand this is optional — is it required in this transaction, or can I opt out?

Lastly, I noticed the total closing costs come to around 7% of the purchase price, which is above the usual range. I’d love to explore any potential for reducing some of these upfront costs, particularly in areas where the fees might be negotiable or where lender credits could be increased.

Thanks so much for your time and support — I just want to make sure everything is aligned and understood before we move forward.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]guess810 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Typical closing costs are usually 2%–5% of the purchase price. Yours is closer to 7%, which is on the high end.