How Much I Actually Make Working Remotely

A few years ago, if someone told me I’d be making real money without leaving my living room, I would’ve laughed.

But here I am, doing exactly that — and honestly, it’s kind of amazing.

Remote work has opened up a world of opportunities. No more commute, no office politics, and I get to set my own hours. It almost sounds too good to be true, right? Well, it’s not.

All it takes is some know-how, a bit of hustle, and a willingness to try new things.

And trust me, I’ve tried everything. Data annotation, Outlier, Remotasks, Prolific, affiliate marketing, you name it. Some things worked, some didn’t, but I found a few gems that really pay off.

So, if you’re curious about making remote work actually work for you, let me break it down.

The Power of Community

Networking is everything. I didn’t fully get that until I started diving into online communities.

Reddit? Total goldmine for ideas, tips, and connecting with people who’ve been there, done that.

Then there’s my own Discord Server.

It’s not just a chatroom — it’s turned into a hub for collaboration, brainstorming, and even landing gigs.

You start talking, sharing ideas, and suddenly, you’re not just swapping stories — you’re getting paid work.

LinkedIn, Reddit, Discord — they’ve all connected me with like-minded people, and some of those connections have turned into serious income.

Building the Income Stream

Building a solid income stream isn’t some overnight success story. It’s like planting a garden. You sow the seeds, water them, and wait.

My journey? Full of trial and error. I tried all sorts of gigs and ditched the ones that didn’t work.

But eventually, I found what clicked, and the money started to roll in.

But hey, don’t just quit your day job the moment you see a couple grand come in. One good month doesn’t mean the next one won’t tank.

Work-Life Balance? Sort of.

One of the perks of working from home? Setting your own schedule. I’m talking about squeezing in hobbies, spending time with family, and not missing out on life.

But it’s not all smooth sailing — you’ve got to be disciplined. Otherwise, work will take over everything.

I use Trello and Google Calendar to keep things organized.

And Taskify? Lifesaver.

These tools help me stay on track so I can actually enjoy the flexibility that remote work offers.

Breaking Down the Monthly Earnings

Now, here’s the part you’re really here for — what I actually make each month.

None of this is truly passive. I work for every penny, and I reinvest most of it to build passive income streams.

• Adsense: ~$800
  Running ads on my blogs. Started small, now steady.

• Affiliate Marketing: ~$2,000
  Recommending products I use. People buy, I get paid.

• Amazon MTurk: ~$250
  Simple tasks, spare time. Not huge, but it adds up.

• Book Sales: ~$500
  Writing and selling books. Fulfilling and profitable.

• Clothing Sales: ~$1,000
  Selling custom designs online. Creative outlet, good money.

• Data Annotation & Outlier: ~$4,500
  Annotating data for AI. Pays well, needs focus.

• Old School RuneScape Botting: ~$1,200
  Yep, botting in a video game. Unconventional, but lucrative.

• Prolific: ~$250
  Participating in research studies. Fun, and you get paid.

• Renting Business: ~$4,000
  Owning rental properties. Steady, reliable income.

• Reselling Used Items: ~$3,000
  Flipping used stuff. Boring but profitable.

• Software Sales: ~$1,500
  Selling software solutions. Tech skills, market needs.

• Real Estate Crowdfunding: ~$1,500
  Investing in real estate projects. Diverse, semi-passive income.

• Total: ~$19,250

Exploring Different Income Streams

Trying out different income streams isn’t just good for your wallet — it keeps life interesting.

With remote work, the possibilities are endless.

We’re living in a time where you can make a living from your couch. Why not explore all the ways you can make that happen?