How to Make Money and Get Free Stuff With Surveys
You can make money and receive free merchandise doing surveys on the Internet, but you must research survey companies before joining to avoid wasting your time. Surveys gauge your opinion on a variety of products and media, such as television ads, for marketing purposes. Although you typically do not get rich doing surveys, there are legitimate opportunities for free items and money available online from reputable survey companies.
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Go to the official website of the Better Business Bureau. Use the directory to locate survey companies by name and business types. Survey company types include "work at home" and "market research." Check the "BBB Accredited Business" box to narrow down results to only companies that meet the BBB's standards.
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Read the BBB report for each survey company. List survey companies with positive feedback and a high grade. The BBB rates companies using a letter system, using "A+" as the highest grade and "F" as the lowest.
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Visit the official website of the survey companies you listed. The BBB provides official website addresses on the report. Find survey companies that pay and give away items or gift certificates.
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View the survey requirements and method of operation for each survey site, typically found in the "About Us" or "FAQs" section. Some companies look for specific groups of people, such as women. Make sure you meet the eligibility requirements for each company before you apply.
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Complete the profile for each survey company truthfully. Profiles determine what type of surveys you qualify for, and the company needs a correct address to mail free items. Follow all instructions.
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Check frequently for survey invitations. Some companies require you log in to check, while others provide email invitations. Surveys fill up quickly, so you must check routinely to avoid missing paying opportunities.
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Tips & Warnings
Check the forums or message boards of the survey site itself to see what users have to say about the company.
Check the age of the company, if possible. An older company is typically more stable and reliable than a new venture.
Do not pay a survey company to work or join.
Do not give out private financial information to a survey company.
Do not join a survey company that does not have public contact information available.
