Did you know you can make extra money by joining paid focus groups? Yes very true you can! All you do is voice your opinion on different subjects like completing a survey and you get paid for your time. Paid focus groups pay higher then paid online surveys which usually range from $25- $500+ depending on how long the focus group is and the topic.

Paid focus groups comes in different categories:

1. A chat room setting. You will be with a group of people including a moderator that will be asking everyone several questions regarding a certain topic. I have done my first chat room study last night with a topic about women's vaccinations for about 40 minutes which I was paid $65 dollars for my time. Very easy money!
2. Online. The research company sends you a link to a survey they would like you to complete. The company will let you know how long the survey will be beforehand and how much you will get paid for completing it. They will also let you know how you will get paid and when you will get paid.
3. In person. Sometimes the research company would like you to come in person and do the research study. Usually these kind of projects pays $100+. Once you finish the project you get paid on the spot so no need to wait to get paid!
4. Telephone interview. Research company will provide you with a time and date of when they will call you about a current project they are conducting. They will ask you questions about a certain topic and would like to know your opinions about it.
5. In your home. Some research companies like to come to your home and sit down with you and ask you your opinion on a certain topic. Usually this kind of study pays a high amount.

Even though just about anyone can make money with focus groups, you must qualify first before you can join a certain topic group. Researchers are looking for people that will fit a certain criteria for example, if the topic is about cookies and you do not like eating cookies then you will not qualify for that certain study. But don't worry because there is always different kind of studies you can sign up for and if the researchers feel that you are a fit for the study then they will contact you. Remember that paid focus groups will never charge you money and your opinions will remain anonymous. If you are interested in paid focus groups I have listed several online studies on my website and also you can check out FindFocusGroups.com to find a focus group in your area.