Make Money Online as a Freelance Writer Without Spending a Dime

It is very possible for freelance writers to make a substantial amount of money online without having to spend a dime.  Ignore the sites that request a registration fee in order to receive writing assignments.  Keep your credit card in your pocket because making money on the internet can be done for free.

How much you make depends on how much and how well you write.  Here are a few sites you should check out if you're looking to earn money as a freelance writer:

Bukisa

Yes, this very site allows freelance writers to share their knowledge, write articles on topics of their own choosing and earn money from them.  The best part about this opportunity is that you can take control of how much you earn.  The more you write, the more traffic your articles get, the more you earn.

All you have to do is open an accoun t and begin writing content.  Bukisa pays its writers once a month once the earnings reach $50.  You can set the payout at a higher limit if you wish.

In addition to earning money on article page views, Bukisa has a referral program.  If you refer someone to Bukisa and they begin to write articles and garner page views, you get a bonus based on the activity of your referral.

eHow.com

eHow is another article content site that pays freelance writers for their expertise.  Unlike Bukisa, however, the eHow opportunity is only open to US writers.

eHow pays once a month once your earnings reach $10.  As with Bukisa, the more you write, the more you can earn.  The article topics are only limited by your own knowledge and imagination.  To open an account all you have to do is register wit eHow and begin writing.

Suite 101.com

Suite 101.com, another site for freelance writers, is not limited to US writers only.  Suite 101 appeals to the international community with writers from Germany, Australia, UK and more.

The sign up process for Suite 101 is a bit different than the two sites listed above.  As a freelance writer, you have to submit writing samples along with a resume.  Upon approval, you can begin writing.  The editorial staff will review your initial articles. 

The good thing about Suite 101 is that once you get the hang of their writing requirements and conform to their editorial style, you can earn substantial residual income.  Suite 101 pays once a month once your earnings exceed $10.

Demand Studios

Demand Studios is a company that provides content for sites like LiveStrong, eHow and a host of other legitimate well-respected websites.  Demand Studios is not pay on a residual basis, however.  They pay on a per article basis.  The current rate is $15 per article and they pay weekly through PayPal.

The sites listed above are by no means a complete and exhaustive list of free sites where freelance writers can earn money.  Do a little research on your own to find additional opportunities.  Just keep in mind, it doesn't cost money to make money.