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March 7, 2016

February 2016 Income Report

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I started earning an income online in 2012. Last month I pulled in over $5k. Here's exactly where the money came from and some work from home ideas for you.If you’re new here I’ve posted income reports ever since I started this blog, three years ago. I initially had goals of making a few hundred dollars a month and then slowly growing that amount. Luckily, that’s what I’ve been able to do.

In 2012 I decided that earning money online was going to be the only way I could create the life I wanted living in a small town with no good job options. I dove in head first and started trying things out. I’ve failed at sooo many different things and have had great successes with others.

As of now I earn an income through being a freelance writer, virtual assistant, and blogger. (And yes, I know how crazy that sounds to most people!)

February Income

February was an okay month, nothing to write home about but not horrible either.

(As a reminder this is the money I actually received in February and doesn’t necessarily reflect work done in February.)

February Income was $5,242.07

February Income Report

It broke down like this:

  • Freelance (virtual assistant and writing work) $1,400
  • Ad Networks $2,597.85
  • Affiliate Commissions $776.22
  • Direct Advertising $450
  • SEO Guide $18

Expenses came to $458.29 making net profit $4,783.78 BEFORE taxes. Taxes also take up another 25-30%.

For those of you who have asked how many hours I work in a typical week I am keeping track of that this month so I can give you an accurate number instead of just guessing. As of now I do think it’s somewhere in the 15-25 hour/week range. (It used to be A WHOLE LOT more. The good thing about having a blog is that you can put in a lot of work upfront and then reap the benefits in the future. It’s pretty amazing to me!)

If you currently have a blog but are having trouble building traffic or making money you can get Ruth Soukup’s free e-book 7 Ways to Boost Your Blog Income Overnight for free here.. Ruth is the creator of Elite Blog Academy which is the course that helped me 10x my traffic and income.

(Elite Blog Academy is not currently open but you can still download the free e-book and get on the waiting list for the next enrollment.)
Income Report Feb

A New Project

I finally started a new project that I’m excited about. (Woohoo!) Part of the reason I’m excited about it is because I’m working on it with a partner. I’ll openly admit that one of my BIGGEST struggles working from home is the feeling of isolation.

When I first switched to working from home full time I thought I’d thrive because of my introverted personality but I’ve found now that too much by-myself time makes me unproductive and a little moody.

With all that said I’m stoked to have someone to team up with. That partner is my Mom. We’ve been working on a new project over the past month and plan to have it built up enough to launch and share at the end of this month.

(Although, you may have no interest whatsoever in the new project because it has absolutely nothing to do with the normal topics on this blog. I think it’s pretty cool though 😉 )

What Should You Do If You Want to Earn Money Online?

I get tons of emails asking what I think someone should do to earn money online. The truth is, there’s no one answer! There are an incredibly large number of things you can do and what works for me might not work for you and vice versa.

With that said here are some of the guides I’ve created about work from home positions I actually know about!

  • How to Start a Professional Blog for $12 (Also covers five proven ways to earn money plus a discount link to get a year of pro blog host for only $12 – woohoo!)
  • How to Start a Freelance Writing Business from Scratch
  • How I Became a Virtual Assistant

If you don’t like those ideas here are some more recommendations:

  • 50+ Legit Work From Home Jobs (This list includes jobs from companies that actually hire verses freelance type of stuff that I’m into.)
  • 10 Small Business Ideas for Women (This post links to women who are successful in different areas and who you could probably learn a lot from in their respective business niches.)
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About Alexa

Alexa Mason is the blogger behind Single Moms Income, a personal finance freelance writer, and an online entrepreneur. Come hang out with her on Facebook and Pinterest.

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  1. Special AGent dividend says

    March 7, 2016 at 1:35 pm

    $5,242.07 is an impressive number, so congrats on such income generation, even if it’s not your highest. Thanks for sharing and I look forward to following you, as I just found your blog.

    • Alexa says

      March 9, 2016 at 1:27 pm

      Thank you 🙂

  2. Valerie @ Geaux Momma says

    March 7, 2016 at 2:34 pm

    I think 5K is a very impressive number! I look forward to your income reports each month and am looking forward to your new project as well. It is very inspiring to me!

    • Alexa says

      March 9, 2016 at 1:27 pm

      Thank you Valerie! I’m happy with $5k I just feel like I’ve been stuck at this number for a long time. This month should be higher but I’m not sure if that will be the trend or the exception!

  3. Kara @ Money Saving Maven says

    March 7, 2016 at 3:38 pm

    Great month, Alexa!

    • Alexa says

      March 9, 2016 at 1:28 pm

      Thanks!

  4. Ramona @ Personal Finance Today says

    March 8, 2016 at 6:17 am

    Oho, love these posts. Great job once again, looking forward to match these numbers anytime soon 🙂

    • Alexa says

      March 9, 2016 at 1:28 pm

      You can do it!

  5. Sarah says

    March 8, 2016 at 10:43 am

    Great month as always! I’ve said this before, but it still stands true: one of the hardest things about trying to make money blogging (or online for that matter) is that the sky is the limit and the possibilities are endless.

    • Alexa says

      March 9, 2016 at 1:28 pm

      It does make it harder, right? There are so many different directions you can go it’s hard to know which one to take!

  6. brookst says

    March 8, 2016 at 11:19 am

    You continue to inspire me with your success Alexa. I am also starting a business with a friend and it is so nice working alongside someone else each leaning on the other’s strengths. We are doing a trade show at the end of March and then setting up a website after that. Good luck to you and your mom. I am excited to see what you come up with.

    • Alexa says

      March 9, 2016 at 1:29 pm

      Thank you so much Trina 🙂 It is nice to have some to work along side. I hope everything goes well at the trade show!

  7. Heide says

    March 9, 2016 at 10:02 am

    Wow, congratulations. It’s really cool how you’ve started your online business. Good luck on your new project with your mom. I think that’s really sweet. Thanks for the inspiration.

    • Alexa says

      March 9, 2016 at 1:29 pm

      Thank you 🙂

  8. Gemma Regalado says

    March 10, 2016 at 7:58 am

    Loving reading your income reports! Best of luck with your new project, I can definitely understand the feeling of isolation when you work from home. Congratulations on another great month, what an achievement 🙂

  9. Michelle says

    March 16, 2016 at 3:18 pm

    Keep up the good work!

  10. Celia says

    January 5, 2017 at 7:28 pm

    excited to dig in all the resources you provided!Your blog is easy and feels legit! I’m wanting and hoping i can follow in your earning money footsteps, even tho i will be a newbie and all three. Wish me luck and big thanks!

    • Alexa says

      January 9, 2017 at 9:36 am

      You can do it!

  11. Alvin says

    March 6, 2017 at 3:04 am

    What ad network are you using and how many views did you get that earned you 2k+? Impressive earnings.

    • Alexa says

      March 7, 2017 at 10:54 am

      I mainly use The Blogger Network but also use Media.net and Google Adsense in some posts. Pageviews are usually 200k+

  12. Krushnakant Sadiya says

    January 28, 2020 at 2:24 pm

    your affiliate income was good! how you can improved? are you using single amazon affiliate or are you use other affiliate network. i always find home base income and your blog was gives me good idea thank you.

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