Perhaps it is the hard economic times or maybe it is a way of staying on top of what’s happening, but more and more senior citizens, those over 60, are building websites and making a little extra money in the process.  In fact, some are making a good income with websites that started as a hobby.

There has never been a better time for those who are retired to learn to build a website.  It is easier than many may think to set up an online presence.  While some seniors may have a slight learning curve when it comes to purchasing a domain name and getting it registered or when it is time to set up web hosting, they are more than willing to jump into the fray and give it a try. 

Younger people are finding that they have strong competition from seniors who have developed an online presence.  With years of experience in the work force, seniors have the skills necessary to set up a coherent site with plenty of unique content.  Many have developed first hand practical knowledge that they are more than happy to share online.  And, there are plenty of people searching for their knowledge.  It makes a perfect combination.

As one senior recently mentioned, as she placed the logo into the header of her site, “This keeps my brain sharp.”  Not only will building a website keep the brain cells functioning well, for those who have found a way to monetize their sites, they are finding that within a year or so they are earning a few hundred dollars to a few thousand dollars extra each month.  One older gentleman commented that it sure beat standing on his feet for eight hours greeting people at a local store.

Learning to build a website has many benefits for senior citizens, not to mention that many are earning extra income from their efforts.

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