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How To Make A Second Income As A Writer

Did you know that there are several ways to make money writing simple articles from home? There are several places that you can get started writing and have that second income from the comfort of your home.

Sites for Revenue Sharing

Revenue share sites is good place to start when considering developing a second income writing. You get paid percentages of commissions they receive from advertisers on your articles. They have a minimum threshold before they payout and pay once a month. The great thing about share sites your articles continue making money for years to come. if you are interested in writing for revenue share check these places
  • Hub Pages,
  • Squidoo,
  • Helium,
  • Bukisha,
  • Examiner
Getting paid up front

Another option to consider if you do not find revenue share appealing is up-front pay sites. They have a bit stricter guidelines on articles before they pay. They also tend to ask writers for amendments to meet with their clients' needs. The fee vary from $5 - $25 per article, with $10 being the average. Although they have their strict guidelines, up-front pay sites do offer a sense of stability. Some of upfront sites are
  • Bright Hubs,
  • Associated Content,
  • Seed,
  • Demand Studios
Bidding Sites

Another viable option is applying at bidding sites, for those more experienced or for people that want to develop a business. Writers can bid on several different writing projects. For those who are more serious about making money from writing, testing and training is offered by Some bidding sites. The largest two bidding sites are Elance and oDesk, where majority of freelance writers and aspiring writers go to for writing opportunities.

Private Clients

The most profitable way is writing for private customers. It is common for website owners and bloggers to want to seek help in creating new content. If you want to write for a living, you can be a full-time writer for private customers. The great aspect for working for private customers that they pay better and can produce a long business relationship. Wining your private clients can yield you both long term business relationship and the best free advertising, word of mouth.

These are just a few ways that you can start writing to make money. If you are a good writer you may find yourself turning a second income into a full time career that is not only lucrative but allows you the time to spend with family and work from home.
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