There are so many “get paid to” (GPT) programs out there that it has its own industry. While the barrier of entry is low, the GPT industry is already saturated and heavy on competition. This is the reason why it’s difficult to comb through the good ones vs. the bad ones. From participating in a few GPTs, there is one program that stuck out and will continue to be a favorite – its called CASH CRATE.
What Kind of GPT / Is it the Real Deal?
CashCrate is a site where you get paid to complete offers and free surveys. It’s free to sign-up with a minimum payout of $10.00 so the check arrives quickly.
CashCrate is considered an early pioneer in the get paid to industry and their member base has grown considerably.
It has a sustainable business model as it pays you a percentage of what they are paid from the survey/offer companies.
Their referral program allows you to make residual income, paying you roughly 20% of earnings from 1st level referrals and 5% of the earnings from 2nd level people. An added bonus is $3.00 per person if referral clears $10.00 worth of offers.
Is there a Catch?
I’ve searched all over the web for bad reviews and found nothing on CashCrate. This is the REAL DEAL that will help anyone make some money either through completing the offers or from referral income.
Companies need consumers to try and review products, services, and websites and are willing to pay money to have them do so. According to CashCrate, “We [take] the money companies give us for you participation, and give you back up to 75% of it!”
If you would like to visit and sign up with CashCrate, you may do so here.
A Red Flag to Consider About CashCrate
CashCrate is obviously one of the most referred ways to make money online however I will also tell you about a few things to consider especially if you have high expectations in making money from this GPT program.
Be very careful with each offer and survey you do. CashCrate lists each offer properly with a description and the amount you will receive once completed. The misleading factor is in the very fine print undisclosed by the advertising company once you click on the offer site. For example, 2 of the 250 surveys CashCrate offers, I was charged $9.99 on my cell phone bill. CashCrate lists these type of offers under ‘100% free offers, which technically is correct. It’s the advertising company that purposely holds off in disclosing the real terms of the offer in clear print. I was refunded on the two unauthorized charges from my mobile provider. But these are the imperfections of any GPT program that every member should be aware.
Read the terms of the offers you are transferred to just as you would, or should with any real-world transaction.
One way to prevent your cell phone bill from being charged for those free offers that request your cell number is to use www.privatephone.com. You don’t have to worry about using your home or cell number. Plus www.privatephone.com is free to join and can be used as a voicemail service.
There is money to be made in the GPT industry. If you would like to read more about CashCrate and know the pros and cons, you can read the review I wrote on my blog – Things I Wish I Knew About CashCrate. It includes additional information that is not found in this article.
You ask – is it CashCrate still a favorite even with the red flags? I would have to say yes for three simple reasons: 1.) I’ve seen a paycheck 2.) Red flags are an industry wide issue and one that can be prevented if each member takes the time to read all terms. 3.) Extremely user-friendly with the best forum site than any other GPT program out there. So yes, it’s the REAL DEAL – A whole lot of good, maybe a little bad and not at all ugly.
