Home Based Business Ideas

From allbusiness.com

1. Personal Trainer - An aging baby boomer population eager to invest in longevity, along with a growing concern over childhood obesity, make it a great time to join this expanding field. As a personal trainer you can visit clients at their homes and work with fitness centers on a contract basis.

2. Tutoring - This field no longer only caters to struggling children or those with learning disabilities. ultra competitive parents are flocking to tutors to help their children get ahead. You can start by tutoring students in their homes, local YMCA's or other children care organizations.

3. Medical Transcription - Because they perform a necessary function, medical transcriptionist are always in demand. They have a very low overhead, all you need is a computer, headphone, foot pedal, medical dictionaries, a printer and software for audio playback. Medical transcriptionist listen to audio recordings of medical records and transcribe into a word processing program.

4. Photographer - While royalty free stock photo websites are taking a bite out of some photographers profits, assignment photography is still big business. If you are skilled with a camera and have a mind for business, you can make money as a portrait, event or wedding photographer. It requires capital for lighting, cameras, lenses and photo editing software.

5. Bakery - Americans have a love affair with desserts, the cuter and tinier the better. If you have a knack for baking delectable desserts, consider starting a home based bakery. Before getting started contact your local public health department, to find out about laws governing at home food production.

6. Junk Removal - People will always have junk; for a fee you can help them get rid of it. First find out what type of junk removal services are needed in your area. Research local and state regulations; and learn about proper removal and disposal techniques.

7. Craft Business - In a world of mass produced junk, shoppers feel good about buying handmade, one of a kind pieces. Turn your creativity and talent into a business by selling jewelry, ceramics, unique decor, purses etc, the sky is the limit.

8. Dog Walking - Consider this opportunity if you like dogs, know how to handle them and enjoy outdoor activities.Do your research, inquire about insurance and special licensing.