Frequently Asked Questions

What is a VA?

“Virtual Assistants (VAs) are independent entrepreneurs providing professional administrative, creative, managerial, technical, business office and/or personal support services. VAs use the most advanced means of communication, and the newest and most efficient and time saving office products and work delivery, regardless of geographic boundaries. Virtual Assistants work from their own offices, on a contractual basis, and abide by an established Code of Ethics requiring integrity, honesty and due diligence.”  Source: Alliance for Virtual Businesses

What services are offered by a VA?

VA’s offer a wide variety of services depending on their own expertise.  Here are some examples: accounts payable and receivable, billing, bookkeeping, concierge services, data entry, desktop publishing, electronic file management, office management, organizational services, research, proofreading & editing, travel arrangements, word processing, and many more. For a list of services that Precision Admin Solutions offers, please see the basic list services page; if you do not see what you need on that page, please go to the RFP page and submit a request for proposal.

What are the benefits of working with a VA?

• Administrative support on an “as needed” basis, regularly or on a specific project.

• Pay only for the time spent on your account – whether that is a few hours a week or a few hours a month.

• VA’s have fully-equipped, up-to-date office space and equipment from which all of your administrative needs can be met. 

• Professional, quality work performed to your specifications.

Who uses a VA?

Anyone who spends time on administrative responsibilities to the detriment of their focus on other responsibilities can utilize a VA. Small, medium, and home-based businesses, entrepreneurs, executives, mobile professionals, coaches, consultants, authors, real estate professionals, attorneys, and more benefit. 

How does a VA / Client relationship work?

• Complimentary Consultation

  • The client describes their business and the type of assistance they need; the VA explains how their business works and some of the ways they might help effectively manage administrative tasks. 

  • Based on the conversation, we decide if would be a good fit on both sides. 

• Proposal / Contract

  • From the needs expressed in the consultation, your VA will draft a proposal that outlines the agreement for time spent, fees, terms of payment, confidentiality, etc.

  • Once the agreement is signed, the work can begin. 

• Relationship

  • Your VA can work on a project-by-project basis or in a set number of regular hours per week or month, depending on the needs of your business.  Our goal is to develop a strong ongoing client relationship, whatever your administrative needs may be. 

  • Once work begins, we utilize various forms of communication, primarily email, but also telephone, instant messaging, fax, virtual conference rooms, US mail, etc.  Communication is a key component in developing a successful professional relationship.

How can a VA save me money?

Virtual assistants charge between $30 – 75 an hour depending upon the type of work performed.  Most offer retainer packages to clients who use their services on a monthly basis.  A VA is a skilled professional with years of experience and as an independent contractor, they save you money in the following ways:

• Pay only for actual time and material spent on your projects.

• No payroll, taxes, vacations or benefits.

• No paying for employee “down” time.

• No physical workspace or equipment needed.

• Manage your time more efficiently.

• Concentrate on growing your business, not administrative tasks.

• Access to a highly skilled professional.