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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Portland, ORServices provided
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See all 43 projectsPrialto is a Business Process Outsourcing company specializing in Administrative Support Services and Remote Office Support. Clients praise their ability to improve efficiency, with 88% of reviews highlighting time savings and improved organization. The company is commended for responsive communication and a supportive team structure, though some suggest industry-specific improvements. Overall, Prialto is a reliable choice for administrative outsourcing needs.
$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Hollywood, FLServices provided
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See all 166 projectsRemote CoWorker offers Remote Office Support and Back Office Services, specializing in Business Process Outsourcing with a focus on administrative support. Reviews indicate exemplary project management and timeliness, with 100% of feedback highlighting effective communication and professional service. Clients appreciate the skill and efficiency of their virtual assistants, with no negative feedback reported across reviews.
$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Armenia, ColombiaServices provided
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See all 7 projectsSharkhelpers is a Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) company specializing in Offshore Administrative Services and Remote Back Office Solutions. The company's reviews reflect a 100% positive sentiment, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their strong project management and personalized support. Clients commend their adaptability, effective communication, and ability to build high-performing remote teams.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Assistent is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Their small team is located in Haapsalu , Estonia. Their team offers Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Fortitude Valley, Australia
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Diversify Offshore Staffing Solutions is a Back Office Outsourcing company. They were established in 2011, and their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Accounting.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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Launched in 2010, ARC Pointe Call Center is an answering service company and Back Office Outsourcing company. The team specializes in Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pretoria, South Africa
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AdminAssist Intl. Is a small Back Office Outsourcing company located in Pretoria, South Africa. The team specializes in Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Culver City, CA
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Headquartered in Culver City, California, Cherry Assistant is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Sterling, IL
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Logan IT INC is a midsize Back Office Outsourcing company. They offer Back Office Outsourcing and Graphic Design and were launched in 2015.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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Founded in 2004, Property Management Backoffice, a large Business Consulting company, is headquartered in Wexford, Pennsylvania. Their team provides Business Consulting and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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ECommerce Virtual Assistant is a Back Office Outsourcing company. The Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India-based team focuses on Back Office Outsourcing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Alpharetta, GA
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My BTLR, a Back Office Outsourcing company, is in Alpharetta, Georgia. They specialize in Back Office Outsourcing and Staffing and were established in 2016.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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Bookkeeping By Pros is a Valley Stream, New York-based Back Office Outsourcing and Accounting company. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Accounting.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Surat, India
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Located in Surat, India, iARAtech Solutions is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Chipping Norton, Australia
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Launched in 2011, Outsourcing Angel is a Back Office Outsourcing company. The small team specializes in Back Office Outsourcing and Recruiting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Jaipur, India
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Unire Business Solution is a Back Office Outsourcing company. They provide Back Office Outsourcing and were founded in 2012.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Guwahati, India
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Founded in 2012, Get24 Assistant is a small Guwahati, India-based Back Office Outsourcing company. Their team offers Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Saint Paul, MN
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See all 1 projectsExpert Virtual Assistants offers services in organizing and preparing reports, with a strong emphasis on efficiency and responsiveness. The feedback highlights the exceptional performance of their team, particularly Beth, who is commended for her fast, helpful, and reliable service delivery.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Glendale, CA
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See all 1 projectsDoctor Papers provides comprehensive management services for medical billing and coding, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Reviews highlight the company's exceptional attention to detail, timely delivery, and effective communication, resulting in reduced billing errors and improved financial performance. Clients appreciate their ability to integrate seamlessly with existing processes and their commitment to addressing specific needs.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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Digi Media InfoTech is a Back Office Outsourcing company. They provide Back Office Outsourcing and Call Center Services and are in Bengaluru, India and Udaipur, India.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Kandy, Sri Lanka
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QuickMonday is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Founded in 2013, the company is headquartered in Kandy, Sri Lanka. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Accounting.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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Reetech USA is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Their midsize team of employees is based in Irving, Texas. Their team offers Back Office Outsourcing and Web Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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Based in London, England, BeyondStaff is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Tustin, CA
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Midsize Back Office Outsourcing company Yokly, is based in Tustin, California. The team focuses on Back Office Outsourcing.
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Velan Virtual Assistants is a Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing company established in 2011. The team offers Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Launched in 2009, Infinity Business Solutions is a Back Office Outsourcing company. The team provides Back Office Outsourcing and is based in New York, New York.
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IndianVA, a Back Office Outsourcing company, is in visakhapatnam, India. Founded in 2009, the team specializes in Back Office Outsourcing.
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$100,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pavia, Philippines
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Virtual Workforce Professionals is an answering service company and Back Office Outsourcing company. In Pavia, Philippines, their team focuses on Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$250,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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Cxperts is a large telephone answering service. They specialize in Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing and were launched in 2021.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr50 - 249Bengaluru, India
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GetFriday is a Bengaluru, India-based Back Office Outsourcing company. They provide Back Office Outsourcing and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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Back Office Support Services is a large phone answering service launched in 2002. Their services include Call Center Services and Web Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Delhi, India
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Eminenture is a Back Office Outsourcing company founded in 2011. Based in Delhi, India and Manchester, England, the team offers Back Office Outsourcing and Call Center Services.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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LETS OUTSOURCE SMC PRIVATE LIMITED, a Back Office Outsourcing company, was established in 2019. The agency provides Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cebu City, Philippines
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Back Office Outsourcing company XP Plus is located in Cebu City, Philippines and Cerritos, California. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Mumbai, India
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YourDailyTask is a Back Office Outsourcing company in Mumbai, India. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Accounting.
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Founded in 2008, Pam's VAS is a small Levittown, Pennsylvania-based Back Office Outsourcing company. Their team provides Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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Virtual Latinos is a Customer Service Outsourcing company. Based in San Diego, California, the agency was founded in 2018. Their services include Customer Service Outsourcing and Sales Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Konya, Türkiye
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IMA Contact is a Konya, Türkiye-based Back Office Outsourcing company. They specialize in Back Office Outsourcing and Call Center Services and were established in 2007.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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See all 1 projectsOssisto provides virtual assistant services, catering to businesses seeking to enhance sales numbers and social media presence. The overall feedback highlights effective assistance, timely project delivery, and high-quality outcomes, particularly beneficial for new business owners.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Liverpool, England
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TOTAL PA LTD is a Back Office Outsourcing company. They specialize in Back Office Outsourcing and Call Center Services and are headquartered in Liverpool, England and Liverpool, England.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Mississauga, Canada
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Presto Virtual is a small Back Office Outsourcing company located in Mississauga, Canada. The team provides Back Office Outsourcing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Established in 2021, Delegate.co is a Back Office Outsourcing and Staffing company. The team provides Back Office Outsourcing and Staffing and is based in New York, New York.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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Back Office Outsourcing company Siri Pro was launched in 2020. The team focuses on Back Office Outsourcing and is based in Kyiv, Ukraine.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Ljubljana, Slovenia
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Founded in 2024, Donna Pro is a small Ljubljana, Slovenia-based Back Office Outsourcing company. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Santa Rosa, CA
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ALPS Team is a Back Office Outsourcing company. The Santa Rosa, California-based team focuses on Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Harvard, MA
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Reptide Media is a Harvard, Massachusetts-based Back Office Outsourcing company. The team offers Back Office Outsourcing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Tucson, AZ
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Intugo is a large Back Office Outsourcing company launched in 2005. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Roseville, CA
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See all 1 projectsLEVEL 9 Virtual is a company offering virtual assistant services. Reviews indicate that while they have high ratings, they faced challenges with communication and task management, resulting in a need for micromanagement. Feedback was generally negative, with 100% of reviewers highlighting issues and no recommendations given.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249New Providence, NJ
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Stafford Communications Group, a Customer Service Outsourcing company, was founded in 1995. They specializes in Customer Service Outsourcing and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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Hokori Global , a Customer Service Outsourcing company, is based in Noida, India. Their services include Customer Service Outsourcing and Call Center Services.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr250 - 999Chicago, IL
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Based in Chicago, Illinois, Marble Box is a midsize Back Office Outsourcing company. The team offers Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Austin, TX
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Chazey Partners is a Business Consulting company. Their team is headquartered in Austin, Texas and specializes in Business Consulting and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Ahmedabad, India
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Launched in 2016, NCS Global is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Portland, OR
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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Hollywood, FL
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38.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Kyiv, Ukraine
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38.1/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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36.8/40.018.4/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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36.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Wilmington, DE
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39.4/40.020/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999San Pablo City, Philippines
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38.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Gilbert, AZ
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39.2/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Lexington, KY
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36.7/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Hatboro, PA
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35.1/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Berkeley, CA
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36/40.018/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Newport Beach, CA
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34.9/40.020/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Amsterdam, Netherlands
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33.6/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Coimbatore, India
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36.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Santa Fe, NM
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33.3/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Auckland, New Zealand
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36.2/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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35.4/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Miami Beach, FL
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32.9/40.016/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999
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34.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Orlando, FL
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36.1/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10,000+Mandaluyong, Philippines
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32.2/40.015.2/20 Reviews7.6/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Istanbul, Türkiye
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36.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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36/40.018.4/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Overland Park, KS
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34.6/40.017.8/20 Reviews8.2/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Sugar Land, TX
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38.1/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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31.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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34.8/40.018.2/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Indianapolis, IN
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33.1/40.019/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999
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34.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Back Office Outsourcing100% Virtual Assistant90% Other
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Virtual Assistant Company FAQs
Looking for a virtual assistant company but not sure where to start? We've put together answers to the most common questions businesses ask when searching for a trusted partner. This FAQ covers what you need to know before hiring a virtual assistant company, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch features companies delivering remote administrative, marketing, and customer support solutions twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The top virtual assistant companies for Fall 2025 include:
A virtual assistant (VA) company recruits, trains, and manages remote professionals who handle administrative, operational, or creative tasks for clients. Instead of hiring full-time staff, businesses tap into the VA firm’s talent pool to delegate recurring duties such as email triage, meeting coordination, data entry, or customer support. The provider oversees onboarding, quality control, and performance, so you gain consistent help without the overhead of traditional employees.
Most VA firms group support into service buckets like:
- Administrative support (calendar, travel, transcription)
- Customer service (phone, chat, ticketing)
- Marketing assistance (social media posts, basic design, blog drafting)
- Sales enablement (lead list building, CRM hygiene, follow-up emails)
- Bookkeeping & invoicing
Many agencies let you create hybrid plans, mixing tasks across these categories as your needs evolve.
Clutch pricing data shows monthly retainers ranging from $500–$5,000+. Variables include:
- Scope of work (simple admin vs. specialized skills)
- Hours required (part-time vs. dedicated full-time VA)
- Geography of talent (on-shore vs. offshore)
- Contract length and service-level agreements
On an hourly basis, expect $7–$15 for offshore generalists and $25–$45 for U.S.-based specialists.
Start by defining your recurring tasks and estimated weekly hours, then:
- Review Clutch profiles for matching expertise, verified ratings, and client industries similar to yours.
- Interview shortlisted agencies about onboarding processes, data security, and backup coverage.
- Request a trial period or pilot project to gauge communication style and deliverable quality.
- Compare pricing models. Hourly, bucketed hours, or dedicated staffing to see which aligns with your forecasted workload.
Look out for virtual assistant companies that display any of these possible red flags:
- Vague pricing or long-term lock-in contracts without opt-out clauses
- No references or publicly verifiable client reviews
- Limited data-security protocols or unwillingness to sign NDAs
- High VA-to-manager ratios, indicating potential oversight issues
- Overpromising 24/7 coverage without clarifying staffing shifts
You can use the following sample questions when hiring a virtual assistant provider:
- How do you recruit and vet your assistants?
- Will I work with one dedicated VA or a pooled team?
- What communication channels and project-management tools do you use?
- How do you measure performance and handle under-delivery?
- Can you scale hours up or down quickly?
- What security measures protect my sensitive data?
Partnering with a VA firm frees internal teams from repetitive tasks, reduces payroll costs (no benefits, office space, or equipment), and provides on-demand scalability. Businesses also gain access to a broader talent pool, including multilingual or industry-specific specialists, without lengthy hiring cycles.
An agency supplies managed assistants, backup coverage, and standardized tools. Ideal for businesses needing reliability and compliance. A freelancer offers direct, often cheaper support but lacks built-in redundancy; if they’re sick or leave, tasks halt until you find a replacement.