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Finding a virtual assistant (VA) could transform your workflow, but it’s not always easy to locate someone who can help you operate your business efficiently. 

A virtual assistant (VA) is an online assistant who can manage your calendar, schedule appointments, and handle customer inquiries, to name a few. 

Hiring a virtual assistant may be a game-changer for startups and small enterprises. It can free up your time to focus on other aspects of your business and help you scale it by taking on some of the tasks you would otherwise have to do yourself. 

Not sure if a VA is right for you? Here’s what you need to know about virtual assistants, including how to hire one.

Why You Should Use a Virtual Assistant

For several reasons, hiring a virtual assistant is a good move. Perhaps you’re looking for someone to manage some of your company’s official duties. You could also need assistance in handling customer service or social media. 

There are more benefits to hiring a virtual assistant. Virtual assistants (VAs) can free up your time to focus on other elements of your organization by providing much-needed support with various tasks. 

Paying for the hours you use a VA also makes them a potentially cost-efficient option. Lastly, VAs might provide your business with fresh ideas and new abilities.

Understanding the Cost of Hiring a Virtual Assistant

There are several distinct considerations to address when hiring a virtual assistant. The most important factor is the price. Depending on the services you want, where you need help, and the resources to which they have access, hiring for virtual assistant solutions can cost anywhere from $6 to $70 per hour.

The number of hours you require assistance each week, the kind of tasks you want assistance with, and the level of expertise necessary are all important considerations. Visit our guide to learn more about virtual assistants and the factors affecting the cost of employing one.

How Much Do Virtual Assistants Cost?

When calculating the price of hiring a virtual assistant, it’s important to consider the return on investment. For instance, your monthly investment would be $200 if you hired a virtual assistant to work 10 hours per week for $20 per hour.

If your virtual assistant can save you five hours a week, you’ll have an additional twenty hours a month to use toward generating money. If you value your time at $50 per hour, hiring a virtual assistant will yield a $1,000 monthly return on investment. 

An Executive Assistant Virtually: ROI Determining Elements

Although a one-time cost is associated with hiring a virtual assistant, there is also a sizable return on investment. 

When calculating the cost of hiring a virtual assistant, it’s critical to balance the upfront expense and the potential future profit. This method will make it simpler for you to make the best decision for your company’s requirements.

Everything You Need to Know About Hiring a Virtual Assistant

When looking to hire a virtual assistant, there are a few things to keep in mind. Before anything else, ensure that the person you hire is qualified and competent to complete the task. Second, you must confirm their reliability and availability for you in times of need.

It would help if you chose a reasonably priced someone to stay within your spending limit. You may use these articles to help you get ready to hire your first virtual assistant.

Once you’ve chosen the best virtual assistant, set clear expectations as soon as possible. Give them a list of the tasks you need to be completed and an anticipated period. Be available to answer any questions they may have and to solicit feedback as you go. This step may ensure that your virtual assistant can do their job successfully and keep your standards.

Conclusion 

There are things to consider when hiring a virtual assistant. Take the time to determine your needs and what you are looking for in an assistant. There are many talented and qualified individuals out there who can help you with your business. Research and take your time to find the right person for the job, or you may also contact virtual assistant support companies to hasten your search. 

VASupportNow provides knowledgeable, qualified virtual assistants to companies looking to expand and develop. Contact us for virtual assistant solutions!

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CLIENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

This Service Agreement (the “Agreement”) by and between (the “Client”) and VA Support Now (the “Service Provider”) also individually referred to as the “Party”, and collectively the “Parties”.

Services

The Service Provider shall perform the services agreed upon during the onboarding meeting.

Compensation

The Client hereby agrees to compensate the Service Provider at the rate of $7.50 per hour for the Services provided, with a minimum of four (4) hours and a maximum of eight (8) hours of Services per day. Payment for said Services shall be made in accordance with the schedule outlined in this agreement.

Expenses

The Client agrees to reimburse the Service Provider for all expenses incurred as a result of performing the Services. The Service Provider agrees to submit all expenses to the Customer for approval prior to incurring the expense. All expenses must be approved in writing. The Customer will not be liable to reimburse the Service Provider for any expense(s) that was not pre-approved.

Payment

“The Service Provider shall issue invoices to the Client at intervals of ten (10) days. The Client shall make payment of all invoices within a period of two (2) days from the date of invoice.

In the event of any late payment by the Client, a late fee of five percent (5%) of the outstanding amount shall be imposed and accrue weekly until full payment is received.

The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date, agreed by both parties, and continue for days set by both parties, unless otherwise terminated per the terms of this Agreement.

Termination

Either Party may terminate the Agreement at any time upon 48 hours prior written notice to the other Party. In the event the Customer terminates the Agreement, the Customer shall still remain obligated to pay the Service Provider for any Services performed up to the date of termination and any expenses approved, but not paid, prior to the date of termination.

In the event the Service Provider terminates the Agreement, the Service Provider shall reimburse the Customer any amounts previously paid to the Service Provider for which the Service Provider has not yet performed the Services.

This Agreement will automatically terminate when both Parties have performed all of their obligations under the Agreement and all payments have been received.

Relationship of the Parties.

  • No Exclusivity
    • The Parties understand this Agreement is not an exclusive arrangement. The Parties agree they are free to enter into other similar agreements with other parties. The Service Provider agrees the Service Provider will not enter into any agreements that conflict with the Service Provider’s obligations under this Agreement.
  • Independent Contractor.
    • The Service Provider is an independent contractor. Neither Party is an agent, representative, partner, or employee of the other Party.
  • Non Solicitation.
    • The Client agrees not to engage or solicit, either directly or indirectly, the services of the Contractor for any work without providing prior written notice to the Company and paying the applicable Placement Fee.
  • The Parties hereto agree that this Agreement shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of California and/or United States of America, in which the obligations under this Agreement are to be performed. In the event that the obligations hereunder are to be performed in multiple states or countries, the Parties agree that this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California”.

Confidentiality

  • The Parties agree to keep this Agreement confidential except as required by law or the party’s consent.
  • This Agreement constitutes the Parties entire understanding of their rights and obligations. This Agreement supersedes any other written or verbal communications between the Parties. Any subsequent changes to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both Parties.

Payment

The client authorizes VA SUPPORT NOW to initiate variable entries to the account described above for any amounts owed by Client to VA SUPPORT NOW related to the services provided under the Client Services Agreement, including but not limited to: hourly fees, late fees, start up fees, and any other fees applicable to the Agreement and services provided thereunder.

This authority is to remain in full force and effect until VA SUPPORT NOW has received 10 days written notification of cancellation from Client of the termination of the Agreement and this authorization. If the Client fails provide written notification to VA SUPPORT NOW within the time period set for herein and in the Agreement, VA SUPPORT NOW shall be permitted to charge the credit card above for any/all outstanding fees and costs

CLIENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

This Service Agreement (the “Agreement”) by and between (the “Client”) and VA Support Now (the “Service Provider”) also individually referred to as the “Party”, and collectively the “Parties”.

Services

The Service Provider shall perform the services agreed upon during the onboarding meeting.

Compensation

The Client hereby agrees to compensate the Service Provider at the rate of $8.49 per hour for the Services provided, with a minimum of four (4) hours and a maximum of eight (8) hours of Services per day. Payment for said Services shall be made in accordance with the schedule outlined in this agreement.

Expenses

The Client agrees to reimburse the Service Provider for all expenses incurred as a result of performing the Services. The Service Provider agrees to submit all expenses to the Customer for approval prior to incurring the expense. All expenses must be approved in writing. The Customer will not be liable to reimburse the Service Provider for any expense(s) that was not pre-approved.

Payment

The Service Provider shall issue invoices to the Client at intervals of ten (10) days. The Client shall make payment of all invoices within a period of two (2) days from the date of invoice.

In the event of any late payment by the Client, a late fee of five percent (5%) of the outstanding amount shall be imposed and accrue weekly until full payment is received.

The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date, agreed by both parties, and continue for days set by both parties, unless otherwise terminated per the terms of this Agreement.

Termination

Either Party may terminate the Agreement at any time upon 7 days prior written notice to the other Party. In the event the Customer terminates the Agreement, the Customer shall still remain obligated to pay the Service Provider for any Services performed up to the date of termination and any expenses approved, but not paid, prior to the date of termination.

In the event the Service Provider terminates the Agreement, the Service Provider shall reimburse the Customer any amounts previously paid to the Service Provider for which the Service Provider has not yet performed the Services.

This Agreement will automatically terminate when both Parties have performed all of their obligations under the Agreement and all payments have been received.

Relationship of the Parties

  • No Exclusivity
    • The Parties understand this Agreement is not an exclusive arrangement. The Parties agree they are free to enter into other similar agreements with other parties. The Service Provider agrees the Service Provider will not enter into any agreements that conflict with the Service Provider’s obligations under this Agreement.
  • Independent Contractor.
    • The Service Provider is an independent contractor. Neither Party is an agent, representative, partner, or employee of the other Party.
  • Non Solicitation.
    • The Client agrees not to engage or solicit, either directly or indirectly, the services of the Contractor for any work without providing prior written notice to the Company and paying the applicable Placement Fee.
  • The Parties hereto agree that this Agreement shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of California and/or United States of America, in which the obligations under this Agreement are to be performed. In the event that the obligations hereunder are to be performed in multiple states or countries, the Parties agree that this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California”.

Confidentiality

  • The Parties agree to keep this Agreement confidential except as required by law or the party’s consent.
  • This Agreement constitutes the Parties entire understanding of their rights and obligations. This Agreement supersedes any other written or verbal communications between the Parties. Any subsequent changes to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both Parties.

Billing

The client authorizes VA SUPPORT NOW to initiate variable entries to the account described above for any amounts owed by Client to VA SUPPORT NOW related to the services provided under the Client Services Agreement, including but not limited to: hourly fees, late fees, start up fees, and any other fees applicable to the Agreement and services provided thereunder.

This authority is to remain in full force and effect until VA SUPPORT NOW has received 10 days written notification of cancellation from Client of the termination of the Agreement and this authorization. If the Client fails provide written notification to VA SUPPORT NOW within the time period set for herein and in the Agreement, VA SUPPORT NOW shall be permitted to charge the credit card above for any/all outstanding fees and costs

CLIENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

This Service Agreement (the “Agreement”) by and between (the “Client”) and VA Support Now (the “Service Provider”) also individually referred to as the “Party”, and collectively the “Parties”.

Services

The Service Provider shall perform the services agreed upon during the onboarding meeting.

Compensation

The Client hereby agrees to compensate the Service Provider at the rate of $8.99 per hour for the Services provided, with a minimum of four (4) hours and a maximum of eight (8) hours of Services per day. Payment for said Services shall be made in accordance with the schedule outlined in this agreement.

Expenses

The Client agrees to reimburse the Service Provider for all expenses incurred as a result of performing the Services. The Service Provider agrees to submit all expenses to the Customer for approval prior to incurring the expense. All expenses must be approved in writing. The Customer will not be liable to reimburse the Service Provider for any expense(s) that was not pre-approved.

Payment

The Service Provider shall issue invoices to the Client at intervals of ten (10) days. The Client shall make payment of all invoices within a period of two (2) days from the date of invoice.

In the event of any late payment by the Client, a late fee of five percent (5%) of the outstanding amount shall be imposed and accrue weekly until full payment is received.

The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date, agreed by both parties, and continue for days set by both parties, unless otherwise terminated per the terms of this Agreement.

Termination

Either Party may terminate the Agreement at any time upon 7 days prior written notice to the other Party. In the event the Customer terminates the Agreement, the Customer shall still remain obligated to pay the Service Provider for any Services performed up to the date of termination and any expenses approved, but not paid, prior to the date of termination.

In the event the Service Provider terminates the Agreement, the Service Provider shall reimburse the Customer any amounts previously paid to the Service Provider for which the Service Provider has not yet performed the Services.

This Agreement will automatically terminate when both Parties have performed all of their obligations under the Agreement and all payments have been received.

Relationship of the Parties

  • No Exclusivity
    • The Parties understand this Agreement is not an exclusive arrangement. The Parties agree they are free to enter into other similar agreements with other parties. The Service Provider agrees the Service Provider will not enter into any agreements that conflict with the Service Provider’s obligations under this Agreement.
  • Independent Contractor.
    • The Service Provider is an independent contractor. Neither Party is an agent, representative, partner, or employee of the other Party.
  • Non Solicitation.
    • The Client agrees not to engage or solicit, either directly or indirectly, the services of the Contractor for any work without providing prior written notice to the Company and paying the applicable Placement Fee.
  • The Parties hereto agree that this Agreement shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of California and/or United States of America, in which the obligations under this Agreement are to be performed. In the event that the obligations hereunder are to be performed in multiple states or countries, the Parties agree that this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California”.

Confidentiality

  • The Parties agree to keep this Agreement confidential except as required by law or the party’s consent.
  • This Agreement constitutes the Parties entire understanding of their rights and obligations. This Agreement supersedes any other written or verbal communications between the Parties. Any subsequent changes to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both Parties.

Billing

The client authorizes VA SUPPORT NOW to initiate variable entries to the account described above for any amounts owed by Client to VA SUPPORT NOW related to the services provided under the Client Services Agreement, including but not limited to: hourly fees, late fees, start up fees, and any other fees applicable to the Agreement and services provided thereunder.

This authority is to remain in full force and effect until VA SUPPORT NOW has received 10 days written notification of cancellation from Client of the termination of the Agreement and this authorization. If the Client fails provide written notification to VA SUPPORT NOW within the time period set for herein and in the Agreement, VA SUPPORT NOW shall be permitted to charge the credit card above for any/all outstanding fees and costs

CLIENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

This Service Agreement (the “Agreement”) by and between (the “Client”) and VA Support Now (the “Service Provider”) also individually referred to as the “Party”, and collectively the “Parties”.

Services

The Service Provider shall perform the services agreed upon during the onboarding meeting.

Compensation

The Client hereby agrees to compensate the Service Provider at the rate of $9.99 per hour for the Services provided, with a minimum of four (4) hours and a maximum of eight (8) hours of Services per day. Payment for said Services shall be made in accordance with the schedule outlined in this agreement.

Expenses

The Client agrees to reimburse the Service Provider for all expenses incurred as a result of performing the Services. The Service Provider agrees to submit all expenses to the Customer for approval prior to incurring the expense. All expenses must be approved in writing. The Customer will not be liable to reimburse the Service Provider for any expense(s) that was not pre-approved.

Payment

The Service Provider shall issue invoices to the Client at intervals of ten (10) days. The Client shall make payment of all invoices within a period of two (2) days from the date of invoice.

In the event of any late payment by the Client, a late fee of five percent (5%) of the outstanding amount shall be imposed and accrue weekly until full payment is received.

The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date, agreed by both parties, and continue for days set by both parties, unless otherwise terminated per the terms of this Agreement.

Termination

Either Party may terminate the Agreement at any time upon 7 days prior written notice to the other Party. In the event the Customer terminates the Agreement, the Customer shall still remain obligated to pay the Service Provider for any Services performed up to the date of termination and any expenses approved, but not paid, prior to the date of termination.

In the event the Service Provider terminates the Agreement, the Service Provider shall reimburse the Customer any amounts previously paid to the Service Provider for which the Service Provider has not yet performed the Services.

This Agreement will automatically terminate when both Parties have performed all of their obligations under the Agreement and all payments have been received.

Relationship of the Parties

  • No Exclusivity
    • The Parties understand this Agreement is not an exclusive arrangement. The Parties agree they are free to enter into other similar agreements with other parties. The Service Provider agrees the Service Provider will not enter into any agreements that conflict with the Service Provider’s obligations under this Agreement.
  • Independent Contractor.
    • The Service Provider is an independent contractor. Neither Party is an agent, representative, partner, or employee of the other Party.
  • Non Solicitation.
    • The Client agrees not to engage or solicit, either directly or indirectly, the services of the Contractor for any work without providing prior written notice to the Company and paying the applicable Placement Fee.
  • The Parties hereto agree that this Agreement shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of California and/or United States of America, in which the obligations under this Agreement are to be performed. In the event that the obligations hereunder are to be performed in multiple states or countries, the Parties agree that this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California”.

Confidentiality

  • The Parties agree to keep this Agreement confidential except as required by law or the party’s consent.
  • This Agreement constitutes the Parties entire understanding of their rights and obligations. This Agreement supersedes any other written or verbal communications between the Parties. Any subsequent changes to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both Parties.

Billing

The client authorizes VA SUPPORT NOW to initiate variable entries to the account described above for any amounts owed by Client to VA SUPPORT NOW related to the services provided under the Client Services Agreement, including but not limited to: hourly fees, late fees, start up fees, and any other fees applicable to the Agreement and services provided thereunder.

This authority is to remain in full force and effect until VA SUPPORT NOW has received 10 days written notification of cancellation from Client of the termination of the Agreement and this authorization. If the Client fails provide written notification to VA SUPPORT NOW within the time period set for herein and in the Agreement, VA SUPPORT NOW shall be permitted to charge the credit card above for any/all outstanding fees and costs

CLIENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

This Service Agreement (the “Agreement”) by and between (the “Client”) and VA Support Now (the “Service Provider”) also individually referred to as the “Party”, and collectively the “Parties”.

Services

The Service Provider shall perform the services agreed upon during the onboarding meeting.

Compensation

The Client hereby agrees to compensate the Service Provider at the rate of $7.99 per hour for the Services provided, with a minimum of four (4) hours and a maximum of eight (8) hours of Services per day. Payment for said Services shall be made in accordance with the schedule outlined in this agreement.

Expenses

The Client agrees to reimburse the Service Provider for all expenses incurred as a result of performing the Services. The Service Provider agrees to submit all expenses to the Customer for approval prior to incurring the expense. All expenses must be approved in writing. The Customer will not be liable to reimburse the Service Provider for any expense(s) that was not pre-approved.

Payment

“The Service Provider shall issue invoices to the Client at intervals of ten (10) days. The Client shall make payment of all invoices within a period of two (2) days from the date of invoice.

In the event of any late payment by the Client, a late fee of five percent (5%) of the outstanding amount shall be imposed and accrue weekly until full payment is received.

The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date, agreed by both parties, and continue for days set by both parties, unless otherwise terminated per the terms of this Agreement.

Termination

Either Party may terminate the Agreement at any time upon 7 days prior written notice to the other Party. In the event the Customer terminates the Agreement, the Customer shall still remain obligated to pay the Service Provider for any Services performed up to the date of termination and any expenses approved, but not paid, prior to the date of termination.

In the event the Service Provider terminates the Agreement, the Service Provider shall reimburse the Customer any amounts previously paid to the Service Provider for which the Service Provider has not yet performed the Services.

This Agreement will automatically terminate when both Parties have performed all of their obligations under the Agreement and all payments have been received.

Relationship of the Parties.

  • No Exclusivity
    • The Parties understand this Agreement is not an exclusive arrangement. The Parties agree they are free to enter into other similar agreements with other parties. The Service Provider agrees the Service Provider will not enter into any agreements that conflict with the Service Provider’s obligations under this Agreement.
  • Independent Contractor.
    • The Service Provider is an independent contractor. Neither Party is an agent, representative, partner, or employee of the other Party.
  • Non Solicitation.
    • The Client agrees not to engage or solicit, either directly or indirectly, the services of the Contractor for any work without providing prior written notice to the Company and paying the applicable Placement Fee.
  • The Parties hereto agree that this Agreement shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of California and/or United States of America, in which the obligations under this Agreement are to be performed. In the event that the obligations hereunder are to be performed in multiple states or countries, the Parties agree that this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California”.

Confidentiality

  • The Parties agree to keep this Agreement confidential except as required by law or the party’s consent.
  • This Agreement constitutes the Parties entire understanding of their rights and obligations. This Agreement supersedes any other written or verbal communications between the Parties. Any subsequent changes to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both Parties.

Payment

The client authorizes VA SUPPORT NOW to initiate variable entries to the account described above for any amounts owed by Client to VA SUPPORT NOW related to the services provided under the Client Services Agreement, including but not limited to: hourly fees, late fees, start up fees, and any other fees applicable to the Agreement and services provided thereunder.

This authority is to remain in full force and effect until VA SUPPORT NOW has received 10 days written notification of cancellation from Client of the termination of the Agreement and this authorization. If the Client fails provide written notification to VA SUPPORT NOW within the time period set for herein and in the Agreement, VA SUPPORT NOW shall be permitted to charge the credit card above for any/all outstanding fees and costs