by Virtually Somewhere

Created on: September 13, 2008

I have always been a very opinionated person and never in my wildest dreams imagined that someone would be willing to pay me to voice my opinion. I was astounded to discover that everyday literally thousands of people get paid to express their opinion by completing surveys.

Surveys may be beneficial for businesses and the community as a whole. The information collected can then be used to implement and improve services, consumer consumption, rising health concerns and other aspects that impact the community.

The advantages of expressing your opinion is knowing that you could be making a difference and assist to raise awareness for example, transport congestion/overload, environmental issues and community involvement. Completing surveys will not make you instantly rich overnight but will provide a little spare cash and you might have fun along the way.

There are many surveys sites available on the Internet offering the opportunity to earn an extra income for completing surveys, unfortunately a membership fee may be required in which can be costly ranging from $30-$100AUD.

HOW RUDE! You offer you opinion on a daily basis to your friends, family, work colleagues and associates, etc, and it does not cost you a dime. After some research and expense I came to realize that around 3 out of 10 were fraudulent, took months to receive any money or infrequently offered surveys.

If you intend to offer you opinion it should be for free and YES there are survey sites available that offer membership 100% FREE TO JOIN. Rewards maybe offered in a range of forms such as funds paid directly into your bank account or paypal, gift vouchers, redeeming points for a range a variety of products or e-vouchers (only redeemable online)

The following links I have personally had success with and have actually been paid for offering my opinion:

PURE PROFILE www.pureprofile.com.au
Payout: $25AUD via bank deposit
Surveys: $0.20 - $10.00
TIME: 1 2 months ( 15 20 minutes activity per day )

OPINIONS PAID www.opinionspaid.com
Payout: $20AUD vis gift voucher
Surveys: $1.00 - $10.00
TIME: 1 2 months ( 20 30 minutes activity per week )

VALUED OPINIONS www.valuedopinions.com.au
Payout: 20AUD via gift voucher
Survey: $1.00 - $10.00
TIME: 2 3 months ( 20 30 minutes activity per week )

EMAILCASH www.emailcash.com.au
Payout: $30 AUD via bank cheque
Survey: $0.20 - $5.00
TIME: 3 5 months ( 20 30 minutes activity per week )

GETTING STARTED:
You will require Internet access, valid email address and valid mailing address ( NO PO BOX )

OTHER ASPECTS THAT YOU MAY WANT TO CONSIDER:
Referrals may increase your earning opportunity. Many survey sites will reward you for simply inviting your friends and family to join
Be prepared to supply identification if requested to be paid

I wish you all the best in your endevours to earn a little extra cash for yourself, family and friends. So what are you waiting for? Give surveys a chance you have nothing to loose especially if it is 100% FREE TO JOIN!

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