Home-Based Business Ideas and Small Business
Ideas: 25 Ideas with Start-Up Costs under $500
by Lisa Phillips
July 2007
Ideas: 25 Ideas with Start-Up Costs under $500
by Lisa Phillips
July 2007
Answering Service
Do you enjoy talking on the phone? Why not get paid for it. Customers
have become frustrated with automated answering systems and many
companies are switching back to the old way of doing business, a live
person answering the phones. The opportunities in this business are
varied as a company may require services during and after office
hours and you can contract with several companies.
Bridal Consultant
Today's bride does not merely want a wedding, she wants an
experience. However, many brides hold down full-time jobs and don't
have the hours to put into planning a wedding. Do you like organizing,
negotiating, planning and creating...not to mention high stress? Then
the bridal consultant business may be perfect for you. As a bridal
consultant you will assist a bride in every aspect of wedding planning,
including but not limited to, scouting locations, wedding attire, food &
entertainment, decorations, flowers, invitations, you name it, you will
probably have to perform it.
Child Care
The need for child care facilities is growing as job and income growth
continues. More and more families have both parents working and
someone has to watch the kids. Child care facilities offer supervision,
care and education for pre-school aged children and school-aged
children ranging from 6 weeks up to 16 years. A passion for teaching
and nurturing children is highly recommended as this profession is
very demanding.
Computer Consultant
Every type of company will require IT help at some point in time. If you
have a thorough understanding of computer systems, excellent
analytical and problem solving skills and enjoy helping people then you
may want to consider computer consulting.
Cosmetic Sales - Avon or Mary Kaye
The cosmetic industry is a multi-billion dollar industry. Get your piece
of the pie. Avon and Mary Kaye are well established industry leaders
that have a good business model in place for its representatives. If
make-up and skin care floats your boat, then this industry make work
well for you.
Delivery and Messenger Service
Almost anyone can use a delivery service these days. You do not have
to limit yourself to working for businesses. Personal delivery services
are a growing trend as people just do not have the time to spend in
traffic running errands. You may want to find a niche in what kinds of
items you want to deliver. Whether it's furniture, documents, or even
pets.
Event Planning
Whether it's a super sweet sixteen party, corporate event, private
soriee or political rally, the event planning business has grown to a
over a 500 billion industry. An eye for detail, lots of creativity, strong
organizational and management skills and excellent people skills is all
you need. This profession can be fun and rewarding.
Handyman
Has anyone ever called you "Mr. Fix-It" or "Ms. Fix-It" or, do you just
think of yourself in this manner? If so, the handyman business may be
for you. There are so many prospects for clients, you will be very busy.
Start simple by posting fliers at your local grocery stores, advertise in
your local newspapers, look-up the neighborhood realtors, drop by the
senior citizen housing complexes, the possibilities are endless.
Hauling Service
With the advent of cable shows like Clean House and Clean Sweep it
has become increasingly popular to get rid of clutter. But getting rid of
the clutter is only half the job, once all the precious keepsakes, family
heirlooms, college furniture and other various clutter has been
cleared, what are you going to do with it? A hauling service is perfect
for those who don't mind a little physical labor. You you may also find
that valuable treasure in the midst of another person's trash. All you'll
need is a vehicle capable of carry almost anything.
Interior Decorator
Are you passionate about color swatches, mixing and matching
patterns, determining functionality of a space, feng sui techniques and
working with people? The interior decorator business may be waiting
for you. As a decorator you are not required to have the formal
accredited education and certification as do interior designers.
Do you enjoy talking on the phone? Why not get paid for it. Customers
have become frustrated with automated answering systems and many
companies are switching back to the old way of doing business, a live
person answering the phones. The opportunities in this business are
varied as a company may require services during and after office
hours and you can contract with several companies.
Bridal Consultant
Today's bride does not merely want a wedding, she wants an
experience. However, many brides hold down full-time jobs and don't
have the hours to put into planning a wedding. Do you like organizing,
negotiating, planning and creating...not to mention high stress? Then
the bridal consultant business may be perfect for you. As a bridal
consultant you will assist a bride in every aspect of wedding planning,
including but not limited to, scouting locations, wedding attire, food &
entertainment, decorations, flowers, invitations, you name it, you will
probably have to perform it.
Child Care
The need for child care facilities is growing as job and income growth
continues. More and more families have both parents working and
someone has to watch the kids. Child care facilities offer supervision,
care and education for pre-school aged children and school-aged
children ranging from 6 weeks up to 16 years. A passion for teaching
and nurturing children is highly recommended as this profession is
very demanding.
Computer Consultant
Every type of company will require IT help at some point in time. If you
have a thorough understanding of computer systems, excellent
analytical and problem solving skills and enjoy helping people then you
may want to consider computer consulting.
Cosmetic Sales - Avon or Mary Kaye
The cosmetic industry is a multi-billion dollar industry. Get your piece
of the pie. Avon and Mary Kaye are well established industry leaders
that have a good business model in place for its representatives. If
make-up and skin care floats your boat, then this industry make work
well for you.
Delivery and Messenger Service
Almost anyone can use a delivery service these days. You do not have
to limit yourself to working for businesses. Personal delivery services
are a growing trend as people just do not have the time to spend in
traffic running errands. You may want to find a niche in what kinds of
items you want to deliver. Whether it's furniture, documents, or even
pets.
Event Planning
Whether it's a super sweet sixteen party, corporate event, private
soriee or political rally, the event planning business has grown to a
over a 500 billion industry. An eye for detail, lots of creativity, strong
organizational and management skills and excellent people skills is all
you need. This profession can be fun and rewarding.
Handyman
Has anyone ever called you "Mr. Fix-It" or "Ms. Fix-It" or, do you just
think of yourself in this manner? If so, the handyman business may be
for you. There are so many prospects for clients, you will be very busy.
Start simple by posting fliers at your local grocery stores, advertise in
your local newspapers, look-up the neighborhood realtors, drop by the
senior citizen housing complexes, the possibilities are endless.
Hauling Service
With the advent of cable shows like Clean House and Clean Sweep it
has become increasingly popular to get rid of clutter. But getting rid of
the clutter is only half the job, once all the precious keepsakes, family
heirlooms, college furniture and other various clutter has been
cleared, what are you going to do with it? A hauling service is perfect
for those who don't mind a little physical labor. You you may also find
that valuable treasure in the midst of another person's trash. All you'll
need is a vehicle capable of carry almost anything.
Interior Decorator
Are you passionate about color swatches, mixing and matching
patterns, determining functionality of a space, feng sui techniques and
working with people? The interior decorator business may be waiting
for you. As a decorator you are not required to have the formal
accredited education and certification as do interior designers.
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According to the SBA Office of Advocacy
in the year 2006 the number of new small
businesses totaled 649,700. This number
is up from 569,750 in 2002.
Home-based business ideas and small
business ideas are numerous and these
industries have shown a steady growth.
You should however do something you
like as you will be spending time growing
your new business.
in the year 2006 the number of new small
businesses totaled 649,700. This number
is up from 569,750 in 2002.
Home-based business ideas and small
business ideas are numerous and these
industries have shown a steady growth.
You should however do something you
like as you will be spending time growing
your new business.
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