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Starting a home-based business is always an option for taking control of your own life.

You can create the schedule, work when and where you want, and call all the shots. While this may sound like a dream come true, there are some common business opportunities that you should consider before even thinking about opening up.

Here Are 8 Fantastic Business Opportunities To Consider:

1.   Pet Sitting

This is one of the most in-demand businesses out there right now, and it doesn’t cost much money to get started either. All you need is a reliable vehicle and some pet supplies (food/water bowls). People love one of those jobs because they get paid to play with cute little furry animals.

2.   Landscaping

This is another great business opportunity that usually doesn’t require a ton of startup capital. All you need are tools, some landscaping equipment, transportation to the job site, and workers. The money can be great, but landscapers need to know that they must properly maintain their work or face losing future clients. If this happens, then it might be time to offer maintenance services which can also bring in extra cash flow!

3.   Event Planning

If you have an eye for detail and enjoy organizing stuff, event planning may be your ideal career choice because it can pay very well too. The best part about being an event planner is that there are various types of events to plan every day (weddings, parties, conferences, fundraisers). The best part about this business is that you can do it all by yourself. There’s no need to hire employees or other businesses – that saves a lot of time and money!

4.   Personal Chef

This may sound like something out of an episode of Housewives Of Beverly Hills, but if you love cooking, then starting your own personal chef business could be perfect for you.

All you really need to get started are:

• Some cookware items (pots/pans).
• Food items (raw meats/veggies).
• Transportation to the client’s house.

If the client likes your cooking services, then chances are they will want to use them on a regular basis which means consistent income every single month!

5.   Laundry Service

This is a great business opportunity that can actually be started for very little money. You just need to purchase laundry bags and transportation and learn how to offer different services (wash/fold/starch). The best part about this type of service is that you can start out small by offering it to your current clients at a discounted price. If they like the service, then chances are their friends will too!

6.   Franchise

This is one of the most profitable business opportunities. People often contemplate opening their own business but fear that they may not get it up and running. Franchise Direct offers them a proven pattern on how to run the business successfully with all the necessary equipment already in place. Clients are known; advertising practices are already in place; legalities are taken care of, employees know what they must do, etc.

7.   Handyman Services

This is a great business opportunity because it requires minimal startup capital to get started. All you really need are some tools and transportation to pick up items from local stores. But, of course, it would be best if you also had liability insurance in case an accident ever happens on the job.

8.   Tutoring

If you have a college degree in any subject, then tutoring is one of the best home-based businesses to start because you can offer your services at half the cost of hiring an actual teacher! All you need are some books, transportation to pick up students, and a location where students can study. Most parents are more than willing to help pay for these types of services, so they don’t have to take off work early or hire someone else!

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