If you’re looking for a side hustle you can do from home, check out Allegis Transcription. Please note that they are not affiliated with The Allegis Group that owns a few temp and staffing agencies. The Allegis you want is owned by Veritext Legal Solutions.
What is Allegis Transcription?
- Allegis Transcription is part of Veritext Legal Solutions.
- They provide transcription services in industries like insurance (recorded statements) and legal (hearings, depositions).
- They hire independent contractors (“you decide how much you work”) to complete audio-to-text jobs remotely.
How to Get Started
Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Check eligibility
- You’ll need a reliable home workspace, high-speed internet, a computer (Windows PC typically) and likely a foot pedal for playback.
- Must be U.S.-based (or meet any regional requirement) since work involves legal/insurance audio.
- Apply and complete onboarding
- The application process includes a grammar/English language test.
- After passing the assessment you may need to submit sample files, complete orientation/training.
- The company mentions a “Community Network” of resources for transcriptionists.
- Get set up with tools
- Use required software: e.g., Microsoft Word (version 2013 or newer), foot pedal models supported, audio player software.
- Familiarize yourself with their style guides (for legal or insurance transcription).
- Start picking up work & producing transcripts
- Once onboarded, you’ll be assigned or allowed to pick audio files to transcribe. You’ll have deadlines (turnaround times).
How Much Can You Make?
Here’s an overview of potential earnings:
- A job listing noted pay of $20-$40 per hour for a remote transcriptionist contract via Allegis. Indeed
- However, pay is often by “page” rather than strictly hourly, and your effective hourly rate depends a lot on your speed & accuracy.
- One Redditor with fast typing (~120 wpm) reported possibly earning $15-$22+ per hour under ideal conditions. Reddit
Key point: This can make for solid side-hustle money if you’re efficient and the audio is clear, but it’s unlikely to replace a full-time salary unless you scale significantly and consistently. Also, if you’re not as efficient, that hourly rate will be lower.
Pros & Cons
As always, I try to break down the good and the bad. No side hustle is perfect.
✅ Pros
- Flexible schedule: you work when you want (depending on available files).
- Remote work: from home, which is great if you’re balancing family, other side hustles, etc.
- Potential decent pay: better than many basic transcription gigs if you’re strong on speed and accuracy.
- Access to established company + contracts: Allegis/Veritext already has clients in insurance/legal, so steady work may be available.
❗ Cons
- Pay depends heavily on speed, audio quality, turnaround time, and consistency. Some files are tough. One worker said: “I worked for Allegis for 2 years… it was possible to pull $15-22+ an hour … but typing that much is still pretty difficult.” Reddit
- Audio can be poor, making workload heavier for the same pay.
- Minimum production / quality requirements: if you don’t meet accuracy or speed standards, you may get penalized or lose access to better files.
- Work volume can fluctuate; flexible schedule but not guaranteed high volume at all times.
- You are an independent contractor, so no benefits, and you’re responsible for your equipment, taxes, etc.
Is It a Good Fit for You?
This type of work isn’t for everyone.
- Do you already type quickly and accurately (transcription speed matters)?
- Do you have a quiet workspace at home (important for listening, concentration)?
- Can you handle variability in workflow and accept that some weeks may be slower?
- Are you comfortable working as an independent contractor (taxes, equipment, no benefits)?
- Do you want a work-from-home option that can flex around family life?
- Are you okay with sometimes tougher files that eat more time (so hourly goes down)?
If you answered yes to many of those, then Allegis Transcription is worth exploring as a supplementary income stream.
Action Plan: What to Do Next
- Visit their application page and review the requirements: [Allegis Transcription – Transcription Jobs from Home]
- Assess your home workspace: computer, headset, foot pedal (if required), sound environment.
- Start sharpening your transcription skills (if needed): practice with sample audio, boost your speed and accuracy.
- Track your effective hourly rate in early assignments, make sure the pay is worth the time you invest.
- Decide how many hours per week you’ll commit (for example, 5-10 hours for side hustle).
- Use it as one income stream among others
Final Thoughts
If you’re interested in making extra cash via transcription, give Allegis a try. Also be sure to read our article about 3Play Media.