Is there any legit work from home JOBS that focus on typing?

Sure... transcription jobs are legit, but you still have to purchase your equipment... That could run in upwards of $300.00 most of the time.  I just blogged about a company that is very legit, but you have to purchase your own foot pedal for $70.00.  Not a biggie, if you want a good job.... You can check it out at Mavi's Home Work.

Now, also, please understand that just because you have to fork out money for a home job, does not make it legit.  Think about how expensive it is for companies to get you set up with their equipment, or the proper equipment.  I have a company here in town that hires for Sprint through a call center, but you still have to get a phone line, proper internet connection and your computer has to meet the specifics.   No getting around that. 

Google transcription jobs and you'll get a bunch of sites to check out. There are lots of legit ones but also lots of scams. Just remember you should never have to send someone money in order to apply or "get started". There are some legit jobs that may require you to purchase specific office equipment but they will officially hire you before they'd expect you to purchase anything. I applied here http://www.tigerfish.com/employment.html a while back...didn't get it, but it's legit and worth a shot. Good Luck!

I'm checking both of these out as well. Thanks ladies, and good luck to you OP.

Do you have a former employer you could work for remotely?
You can search for jobs that match you skill set & have a telecommute option.
If you have a computer with high speed internet & Microsoft Office Pro & have at least intermediate MS Office skills, you should be able to find work as a virtual assistant (VA). For more information, go to www.ivaa.org, www.iavoa.com, www.vanetworking.com ..
Do you have a skill or experience that you can turn into a home based business? I have a friend who makes children's hair accessories in her basement & sells them to boutiques around the Midwest. My husband runs a handyman business from our home. I work from home with two lines of business; I do freelance bookkeeping & business organization (along with small business marketing and medical billing), I also do career & job search coaching. I am in the midst of a grant writing program though Chicago’s community colleges,

It's not steady or great work, but you could put up signs at your college to edit/type students papers. I made great money in college doing it.

Leapforce or lionbridge. I tried getting in with them but they are difficult.

Did you try out medical transcription? It is one of the most flexible, legit work-at home jobs. However, even for this work, you need either prior experience or formal training. If you can accommodate it in your current schedule, Career Step offers an affordable, short-duration online medical transcription course that may help you get started!