What is a VA

Frequently asked questions

What is a Virtual Assistant (VA)?

A Virtual Assistant works independently at an arm’s length, via the Internet, utilizing the latest technologies, to provide immediate professional support, services and skills to busy agents and brokers' Partnering with a VA reduces stress, protects cash flow, eliminates administrative hassles, and enables Real Estate Agents to find the success they originally set out to achieve.

What are the costs of having a VA compared to a full time employee?

Full-time Employee Employee Virtual Assistant
Hourly Rate of Pay  $15.00 $25.00
Fringe Benefits* @ 35% $07.00  None
Overhead Rate** @ 50% $10.00 None
Total Effective Rate of Pay $32.00 $25.00
Hours Per Year 2,080 hrs. 480 hrs.
TOTAL Annual Labor Cost $66,560.00 $12,00.00

The Difference = $54,560.00 per year

*Health/Dental/Life Insurance, Retirement Plans
**Office Space, Equipment and Office Supply expense, UI Insurance, Worker's Compensation, Overtime Pay, Administration Costs

So how does this make sense? A Virtual Assistants pay is higher then the employee's rate yet it will actually cost you less. With an in house employee you have office space and equipment to buy or rent, insurance and taxes to pay. A Virtual Assistant pays for the costs of doing business themselves.
Another way that you save is the time on task. With an in house employee you are paying them an hourly rate even if there is no work being done. With a Virtual Assistant you pay for only time specifically dedicated to your tasks.

*Source: Virtual Assistant Networking Association (VANA) Cost Comparison
How can a VA help my business?

How can a VA help my business?

Our greatest service advantage as a virtual assistant is helping real estate agents and business professionals Leverage Time! It takes time to grow your business and stay in touch with past clients. It also takes time to create innovative marketing strategies, generate leads, target prospects, maintain contracts/transactions, and implement an ongoing marketing campaign. Why not outsource the tasks you don’t need to do so you can focus on what you do best…selling homes!

What are the advantages of hiring a VA?

You are only billed for the hours worked. As your real estate Virtual Assistant, we are ready to work for you anytime you need us, but only when you need us.

  • No need to provide office space for a VA because the work is completed in the VA's office
  • No need to pay for vacation, holidays, sick time, idle time or on-the-job training. You pay only for the time required to complete the work
  • No need to pay for employee benefits such as health insurance, life insurance, 401K and more.
  • No need to pay taxes, payroll, or social security.

How will the VA complete the work if they are not physically not in my office?

The VA will complete the work using the Internet, phone, fax, instant messenger, various software programs, and Web services that allow one computer to access another computer from a remote location. All the files can also be sent to an agent either by email or copied onto a disk and mailed.

What about confidentiality?

A confidentiality agreement will be signed between the VA and the client prior to commencement of the work. The VA will not sell or disclose proprietary information or use information for personal gain.

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