What are some legitimate ways to earn money quickly from home without any initial investment? Are there any websites that offer instant payment upon request?

 There are several legitimate ways to earn money quickly from home without any initial investment:

1. **Freelancing:** Offer your skills such as writing, graphic design, web development, or social media management on platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, or Freelancer. Clients often pay upon completion of tasks.

2. **Online Surveys:** Participate in online survey websites like Swagbucks, InboxDollars, or Survey Junkie. They pay for completing surveys and other simple tasks.

3. **Virtual Assistance:** Provide administrative or technical support to businesses as a virtual assistant. Websites like Virtual Assistant Jobs, Indeed, or FlexJobs list such opportunities.

4. **Transcription Services:** Transcribe audio files into text for companies like Rev, TranscribeMe, or GoTranscript. They pay per audio minute transcribed.

5. **Content Creation:** Create and monetize content on platforms like YouTube (through ad revenue), blogging (through affiliate marketing or sponsored content), or podcasting (through sponsorships and donations).

Regarding websites that offer instant payment upon request, it's essential to be cautious as some platforms may not be legitimate or may require a threshold before releasing payments. However, some options include:

1. **Microworkers:** Offers small tasks that can be completed quickly for instant payments.

2. **RapidWorkers:** Similar to Microworkers, it provides small tasks for immediate payment.

3. **Amazon Mechanical Turk:** Allows you to complete various tasks for payment, including surveys, data entry, and more.

4. **Clickworker:** Offers micro jobs that can be completed for quick payments.

5. **UserTesting:** Pays for testing websites and apps and providing feedback.

Before engaging with any platform, ensure to read reviews, understand the payment terms, and verify their legitimacy to avoid scams.