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The popularity of affiliate programs is at an all-time high these days and residual income programs add to the mix by providing an enhanced opportunity to earn even more. Such programs allow you to earn an ongoing income, rather than a one-time profit, through the clients that you introduce to the merchant. You can earn income from the first sale, from referrals, from extra orders and even from membership renewals.

Thousands of companies sell products and services that offer residual income programs. Most of these are based on the Internet and can be viewed as the basis of a solid home based business for those looking to supplement existing income or replace a lost job. Popular programs these days include health and herbal products, gourmet food, financial services, weight-loss programs, clothing and accessories.

Make sure that you choose your residual income program carefully. Do not forget that you have to sell the product or service and therefore have to believe in it. It goes without saying that there is a higher potential for success if you are marketing a product or service that is in high demand or that is popular even in times of downturn. Before you start make sure that the business is stable, well-established, has a good reputation and a minimum of negative feedback.

Residual income programs can definitely bring in additional income. However promotion is the key and there are a variety of methods available, including Web banners, article marketing, forums, reviews, pay per click, your own website to name a few.

Take time to research and find the best residual income program for you. Use a search engine and look for programs which fit your requirements in terms of the actual product, the entire structure and of course the payout process. Talk to existing program members and get some feedback.

There are a wide range of membership sites on the Web that, for a membership fee, allow you to tap into service businesses, such as content, online training and autoresponders, with proven high ranking residual income programs.

Some fundamental areas of the Internet experience offer attractive residual income programs, for example Web hosting and tracking. Not all offer residual income, but many allow future income from renewals.

Some residual income programs pay annually, whilst others pay monthly. Either way these programs give you a higher potential than traditional affiliate programs.