Freelance Bidding

Freelance bidding websites allow businesses and individuals to outsource projects to freelance providers.

The projects available on freelance bidding sites are varied and include call management, research, writing, book-keeping and web design.

Once registered as a provider (which is usually free), you can begin to bid on openings you are interested in. Bidding is merely applying in writing via the freelance bidding website and submitting an amount you are willing to work for, whether that be an hourly rate or a fixed fee.

Below is a list of freelance bidding sites.

People Per Hour

UK based freelance bidding site.

Freelancer.co.uk

One of the top online freelance marketplaces in the world.

Elance

One of the world's leading freelance bidding sites.

vWorker

An International marketplace connecting employers and virtual workers in numerous industries. Search thousands of open opportunities in hundreds of job categories.

Many home workers that outsource their skills work on as self employed basis and are therefore responsible for paying their own taxes:

Business Link A free business advice and support service available online and through local advisors.

Directgov Information for the self employed regarding tax and National Insurance Contributions, record keeping and more.