Hire a Virtual Assistant Who's Trained for Your Business
Hire a pre-vetted virtual assistant (VA) for admin work, customer service, bookkeeping or the day-to-day of your industry. Tell us what you need on a free 15-minute call, get a shortlist of VAs in 48–72 hours, and interview them before you decide. From $12/hr with no long-term contracts.
Book a Free 15-Min Task AuditSee PricingWhat Does It Mean to Hire a Virtual Assistant?
Hiring a virtual assistant means adding a trained, remote team member who handles recurring work for you, like email, scheduling, customer calls, data entry, bookkeeping or industry-specific tasks, inside your own tools. With Go Hire Virtual, your VA is pre-vetted, matched to your business, and supported by a U.S.-based client success team. VAs start at $12/hr.
- Cost$12–$14/hr, no recruiting fees
- Shortlist48–72 hours after your call
- Vetting1,000+ VAs vetted
- SavingsAbout $13,000/yr vs. an in-house receptionist's wages*
Virtual Assistant Roles You Can Hire
Start with one role, or combine tasks into one full-time VA.
Administrative VA
Inbox and calendar management, data entry, documents, spreadsheets and back-office support.
Virtual Secretary
Calls, scheduling, correspondence, meeting notes and front-office support.
Executive Assistant
Calendar, travel, inbox triage and project follow-up for owners and executives.
Customer Service VA
Phone, email and live chat support, order updates and CRM notes.
Bookkeeping VA
Invoicing, payables, receivables and reconciliations in QuickBooks and similar tools.
Marketing VA
Social media, email campaigns, content and basic design.
Hire a Virtual Assistant Trained for Your Industry
Our VAs are matched by industry, so they already know the work and the software.
Medical & healthcare
Patient scheduling, insurance verification, intake and billing support.
Home services & trades
Live calls, booking, dispatch, quotes and invoicing for 17 trades.
Construction
Bids, submittals, scheduling, permits and subcontractor paperwork.
Real estate
Listings, transaction paperwork, lead follow-up and showing schedules.
Startups & entrepreneurs
Inbox, CRM, research and operations support for founders.
How to Hire a Virtual Assistant in 4 Steps
From first call to your VA's first day.
Book a free 15-minute task audit
Tell us what you want off your plate, the tools you use and the hours you need.
Get a shortlist in 48–72 hours
We send pre-vetted VAs matched on skills, industry experience and work style.
Interview your top picks
Meet the VAs on your shortlist and choose the one who fits your team.
Start delegating
Your VA starts in your tools, with support from our client success team.
What to Delegate First
Start with recurring, rules-based work. These tasks usually free up the most time.
- Inbox sorting, replies and follow-ups
- Calendar booking, reminders and rescheduling
- Calls answering, messages and appointment setting
- Data entry CRM updates, records and reports
- Billing invoices, payment reminders and receivables
Hiring a VA vs. Hiring In-House vs. a Freelance Marketplace
How the three options compare for most small businesses.
| Go Hire Virtual | In-house hire | Freelance marketplace | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | From $12/hr | Wages plus taxes, benefits and equipment | Varies by freelancer |
| Time to hire | Shortlist in 48–72 hours | Often weeks to months | You post, screen and interview |
| Vetting | Pre-vetted and matched | You screen every candidate | You screen every candidate |
| Contracts | No long-term contracts | Employment obligations | Per-platform terms |
| Support | Client success team | You manage everything | Usually none |
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Virtual Assistant?
Simple hourly pricing, published up front.
| Plan | Rate | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| General VA | $12/hr | Admin support, scheduling, calls, data entry, and email, chat and customer support |
| Professional VA | $14/hr | Specialized work such as bookkeeping, marketing, design, tech support and higher-level operations |
No recruiting fees, no benefits or equipment costs, and no long-term contracts. *Savings estimate: a full-time General VA (40 hrs/week) costs about $24,960/yr, vs. about $38,002/yr in wages for an in-house receptionist at the BLS median of $18.27/hr (May 2025). That compares wages only, before payroll taxes, benefits, PTO and recruiting.
What Our Clients Say
“The VA I hired through GHV was productive from day one. Highly recommend!”Sarah P., CEO
“We saved weeks of hiring time and got a highly skilled assistant who fits our culture.”Michael T., Founder
“GHV made onboarding painless. The support during the first month was excellent.”Laura K., Operations Manager
Hiring a Virtual Assistant: FAQs
How much does it cost to hire a virtual assistant?
Go Hire Virtual VAs start at $12/hr for general admin and customer support, and $14/hr for specialized work like bookkeeping and marketing. There are no recruiting fees, hidden fees or long-term contracts.
How fast can I hire a virtual assistant?
After a free 15-minute task audit, you get a shortlist of pre-vetted VAs in 48–72 hours. Most clients are working with their VA within about a week.
Can I interview a virtual assistant before hiring?
Yes. We set up interviews with your shortlisted VAs so you can choose the best fit.
How are virtual assistants matched to my business?
We match on skills, industry experience, the software you use, personality and work style.
What tasks can I give a virtual assistant?
Common tasks include email, scheduling, calls, data entry, CRM updates, customer support, invoicing, bookkeeping, research and social media.
Do I need to sign a long-term contract?
No. You can scale your VA's hours up or down as your business changes.
Where are your virtual assistants located?
Our VAs work remotely and are managed by our team in South Salt Lake, Utah. Bilingual English and Spanish VAs are available.
Ready to Hire Your Virtual Assistant?
Book a free 15-minute task audit and get a shortlist of pre-vetted VAs in 48–72 hours.
Book Your Free Task AuditCall (801) 649-4899