I have been using virtual assistants for the last 3 years, and I will never come back. A VA in the Philippines cost $5/h and can be very helpful. (disclaimer:

I have been using virtual assistants for the last 3 years, and I will never come back. A VA in the Philippines cost $5/h and can be very helpful. (disclaimer: I run the outsourcing marketplace http://taskarmy.com http://taskarmy.com where you can find screened virtual assistants: http://taskarmy.com/virtual-assistance-outsourcing http://taskarmy.com/virtual-assistance-outsourcing)