--- title: "BELAY Alternative for Small Businesses | Peachtree VA" description: "Compare Peachtree VA and BELAY on minimum hours, price transparency, matching and services. A side-by-side table with sources, dated October 2026." url: https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/compare/belay-alternative publisher: Peachtree VA book: https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/contact --- # A BELAY alternative for small businesses Peachtree VA is a BELAY alternative for small businesses that want a smaller start. Both place U.S.-based assistants matched by people. Peachtree VA starts at 25 hours a month, month-to-month, and adds bookkeeping and direct hire. BELAY publishes no price list and is stronger on finance depth and match speed. [Book a free strategy call](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/contact) Peachtree minimum 25 hours a month Peachtree terms Month-to-month, 30 days notice BELAY price No price list; typical $1,200 to $3,000 a month per its FAQ Compared October 2026 ## Smaller starting commitment Peachtree VA starts at 25 hours a month, so you can hand work over at a pace you can live with. ## Same fundamentals Both companies place U.S.-based assistants and match them with people, not algorithms. ## One partner as you grow Peachtree VA adds bookkeeping and full-time placement without a new vendor search. ## Where BELAY is stronger BELAY lists payroll, tax and fractional CFO support, and says it can match you in about a week. Peachtree VA compared with BELAY, as published in October 2026 Peachtree VA BELAY Minimum hours 25 hours a month [Not published on its site](https://belaysolutions.com/) Published price Not published. Free discovery call [No price list. FAQ gives a typical $1,200 to $3,000 a month](https://resources.belaysolutions.com/belay-faq-how-much-does-it-cost-to-hire-a-virtual-assistant-in-the-us) U.S.-based Yes [Yes](https://belaysolutions.com/) Model 1099 independent contractors [Contractors](https://belaysolutions.com/) Matching A person matches you (Method Matching) [Personally matched by humans](https://belaysolutions.com/) If the match is wrong Rematch at no extra cost, no expiration date [Rematch at no added cost](https://resources.belaysolutions.com/belay-faq-how-much-does-it-cost-to-hire-a-virtual-assistant-in-the-us) Services Virtual assistants, bookkeeping, direct hire [Assistant solutions and financial solutions](https://belaysolutions.com/) Where BELAY is stronger: finance depth Bookkeeping alongside your CPA, mainly QuickBooks Online [Bookkeeping, payroll, tax and fractional CFO and controller support](https://resources.belaysolutions.com/belay-faq-how-much-does-it-cost-to-hire-a-virtual-assistant-in-the-us) Where BELAY is stronger: match speed Most clients matched in as little as 10 business days [Match in as little as one week](https://belaysolutions.com/) Published details as of October 2026, read on BELAY's own pages. Check BELAY's site before you decide. Peachtree VA's terms come from its own pages. ## Is Peachtree VA a good BELAY alternative? Peachtree VA is a good BELAY alternative if you want a smaller starting commitment. Both companies place U.S.-based assistants matched by people. Peachtree VA starts at 25 hours a month, month-to-month, and adds bookkeeping and full-time placement. BELAY is stronger on finance depth and says it can match you in about a week. Peachtree has described BELAY as one of the largest VA companies in the U.S. If you want fractional support at a lower monthly commitment, here is how the two compare. The table above lists each point with a link to the page we read. ## What does BELAY cost compared with Peachtree VA? BELAY does not publish a price list. Its own FAQ says most U.S.-based virtual assistants cost between $1,200 and $3,000 per month. Peachtree VA does not publish a rate either. We quote after a free discovery call, on a fixed monthly package that starts at 25 hours. Peachtree has said BELAY’s packages typically begin at 45 hours a month. BELAY does not publish a minimum on the pages we read, so ask BELAY for its current number. Peachtree VA says its rate is the same for every client, so the figure you are quoted is the figure anyone with the same hours would be quoted. BELAY says it quotes per engagement. Ask both companies how they set the price. See the [virtual assistant cost](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/virtual-assistant-cost) page for the factors that drive U.S. VA pricing. ## Where is BELAY stronger? BELAY is stronger on finance breadth and match speed. Its site lists bookkeeping, payroll, tax and fractional CFO and controller support. It also says you can be matched in as little as one week. Peachtree VA offers bookkeeping alongside your CPA, and most clients are matched in as little as 10 business days. If you need payroll, tax or a fractional CFO from the same provider as your assistant, BELAY lists more finance services than Peachtree VA does. BELAY also names a 93% first-match success rate on its home page. ## Who is each company right for? Choose BELAY if you want a large brand, a broad finance menu and the fastest match. Choose Peachtree VA if 25 hours a month is closer to your need, and you want one partner for virtual assistants, bookkeeping and full-time hiring. Both place U.S.-based professionals, matched by humans. If you want A good fit Payroll, tax or fractional CFO support from one provider BELAY A match in about a week BELAY A start from 25 hours a month Peachtree VA VA, bookkeeping and direct hire under one roof Peachtree VA A free delegation roadmap, whether or not you sign Peachtree VA ## What does Peachtree VA offer that is similar to BELAY? The fundamentals match. Every Peachtree assistant is U.S.-based and clears multi-stage interviews, skills assessments, reference checks and background checks, then signs an NDA. A person matches you on skill set, personality, culture and capacity. A dedicated Relationship Specialist stays with you. Our 100% Matching Guarantee has no expiration date. Learn how this works on our [Method Matching](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/how-we-work/method-matching) page and in the glossary entry for [matching guarantee](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/glossary/matching-guarantee). We hold a 5.0 rating across 25 Google reviews. See our [client reviews](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/about/client-reviews). One client, Beth Carr of Fortified Branding, describes the return this way: “When I think about the value of time and put my hourly rate against the one I was paying Peachtree, there was already a huge return on investment.” Beth Carr, Founder, Fortified Branding ## Does Peachtree VA place full-time staff? Yes. Our Recruitment Service places full-time staff directly with your business, using the same Method Matching process as our VA placements. Clients save an average of 42 days in vetting. We take on a limited number of searches each month. If you are not happy with the shortlist, we build another at no additional cost. Stanton Law began with VA support and came back to us for a law office manager rather than starting a new search. Read more on [recruitment services](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/recruitment-services) and the glossary entry for [direct hire](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/glossary/direct-hire). ## How do you switch from BELAY to Peachtree VA? Check your BELAY agreement first. Then book a free discovery call, meet your match, and hand over your documented tasks. Keep your current assistant until your new one is working. Most clients meet their Peachtree match within 10 business days. 1. **Review your current terms.** Look for notice periods and commitments. 2. **Book a free 30-minute discovery call.** You get a personalized delegation roadmap, and you keep it whether or not you hire us. If we are not the right fit, we will point you toward someone who is. 3. **Meet your match.** A person selects your assistant through Method Matching. 4. **Kick off.** Share checklists and examples. Your Relationship Specialist stays available. Compare more options on our [virtual assistant company comparison](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/compare/virtual-assistant-companies) page. ## What should you ask any company before you switch? Ask BELAY and any other provider the same questions, and write down the answers. 1. What is the smallest package, and what hours does it include? 2. What is in the monthly fee, and what costs extra? 3. How much notice do you need to give to cancel or change hours? 4. Who picks the match, and what happens if it is wrong? 5. How do you handle sensitive access and confidentiality? The answers will show you which provider fits your workload. Our [guide on giving a virtual assistant access safely](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/guides/give-a-virtual-assistant-access-safely) covers the access question in more detail. ## Next step [Book a free strategy call](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/contact) and bring your BELAY questions. You can also read about our [virtual assistant services](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/va-services) first. ## Frequently asked questions ### How much does BELAY cost? BELAY does not publish a price list. Its own FAQ says most U.S.-based virtual assistants cost between $1,200 and $3,000 per month, depending on hours, experience and the type of work. Peachtree VA quotes after a free discovery call, once we know your hours, on a fixed monthly package from 25 hours. ### What is the best BELAY alternative for small businesses? It depends on what you need. Peachtree VA fits if you want a smaller start from 25 hours a month, a person-matched U.S.-based assistant, and one partner for bookkeeping and full-time hiring later. BELAY may fit better if you want broader finance services or the fastest match. ### Does Peachtree VA place full-time employees? Yes. Our Recruitment Service places full-time staff, using the same Method Matching process as our VA placements. Clients save an average of 42 days in vetting, and we take on a limited number of searches each month. Stanton Law began with VAs and came back for a law office manager. ### Is BELAY legit? BELAY is an established company that places U.S.-based assistants and financial professionals. Its site says only 3% of applicants become BELAY contractors. Read reviews, ask about contract terms and talk to current clients before you choose any provider, including us. ### How is Peachtree VA's pricing structured? A fixed monthly fee based on the hours you need, starting at 25 hours a month, on a month-to-month agreement with 30 days notice. Hours do not roll over to the next month. You can scale hours up or down as the work changes, and you are never locked into a long-term contract. ### Can I move from BELAY to Peachtree VA? Yes. Check your BELAY agreement for notice terms, then book a free 30-minute discovery call with us. Most clients meet their match within 10 business days. Keep your current assistant until your new one is working, and share your checklists so nothing is lost. ## Sources 1. [BELAY: FAQ on U.S. virtual assistant cost](https://resources.belaysolutions.com/belay-faq-how-much-does-it-cost-to-hire-a-virtual-assistant-in-the-us) 2. [BELAY: FAQ (financial solutions)](https://resources.belaysolutions.com/belay-faq-how-much-does-it-cost-to-hire-a-virtual-assistant-in-the-us) 3. [BELAY: FAQ (rematch)](https://resources.belaysolutions.com/belay-faq-how-much-does-it-cost-to-hire-a-virtual-assistant-in-the-us) 4. [BELAY: Home page (contractors)](https://belaysolutions.com/) 5. [BELAY: Home page (matching)](https://belaysolutions.com/) 6. [BELAY: Home page (speed)](https://belaysolutions.com/) Third-party prices and terms as published on the date shown. Check each company's site before you decide. ## Related - [### U.S. virtual assistant companies compared U.S. virtual assistant companies differ most in minimum hours, published price and employment model. In October 2026, Boldly starts at 40 hours, Time Etc at 10, Athena sells one full-time assistant, and BELAY publishes no price list. Peachtree VA starts at 25 hours a month, month-to-month, with 1099 contractors. VA company comparison](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/compare/virtual-assistant-companies) - [### U.S.-based virtual assistants for small business A U.S.-based virtual assistant is a vetted remote professional who works from the United States on your calendar, inbox, projects and admin for a set number of hours each month. Peachtree VA matches most clients in as little as 10 business days, from 25 hours a month, with a free rematch if the fit is wrong. VA services](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/va-services) - [### Outsourced bookkeeping for small business Outsourced bookkeeping means a remote bookkeeper records your transactions, reconciles your accounts and delivers monthly financial statements, working alongside your CPA. We aim to close the prior month by the fifth business day. Bookkeeping packages start as little as $240 per month. Every engagement begins with a free 30-minute consultation. Bookkeeping](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/bookkeeping) - [### Direct hire recruiting for small business Direct hire recruiting finds you a permanent, full-time employee. Peachtree VA applies Method Matching to full-time hires, using active and passive sourcing. Clients save an average of 42 days in vetting, and we take a limited number of searches each month, so your role gets real attention. You make the final decision. Recruitment](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/recruitment-services) ## Get your week back. Book a free, no-obligation strategy call. We will map out what to hand off first, and you leave with a plan whether or not you become a client. 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