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What would be an inexpensive business to start from my home?

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Eric Jones Crewe, VA

9 March 2014 7 replies Small Business

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Christian Giggy Battle Creek, MI

You have to do something you love...that way you're committed to it. It's also important, because you should enjoy what you're doing. For example: if you love to fish you could become a fishing guide, make lures, build rods or create new tackle that would improve the fishing equipment industry. All of these jobs you could do from home; and all you may enjoy if you love to fish. What are your hobbies?

9 March 2014 Helpful answer

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Cheryl Stith Elk Grove, CA

I am curious, what did you decide on Eric?

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Mick Welsh Phoenix, AZ

Do what you love -the money will follow.
They tell writers to "write what you know"
What do you know?
Figure out a way to use the internet combined with what you know.
See what others are doing in that field.
Emulate that.

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Dov Kawamoto Woodbridge, VA

I attended a SCORE workshop in Richmond or F'burg. Which was well worth the time. Just search for SCORE chapters in VA.

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ra khiev Fort Irwin, CA

My answer, because I was a graphic designer, graphic designing.

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Rashid Hill, MPM San Diego, CA

Hi Eric. I think you know that to ask that question looking for one answer might be a bit challenging. There are many free to inexpensive business ideas available these days. From doing something you love to focusing on a trend to maximize earnings. If you like working with your hands and similar then you can look at some type of product assembly or if you prefer working online then you can find an abundance of inexpensive online businesses.

A few things to consider when making your decision...
As mentioned earlier, what do you like to do? Is there business potential?
How much are you able to invest in starting and running your business?
Do you prefer face to face activity or an online environment?
Do you prefer working smarter or harder ?
And... do you watch Shark Tank? It will give you some good insight into many aspects of business.

Happy to help!

Rashid H

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James Mingey Oregon City, OR

Franchise Brokerage

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