| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:50) |
| What are some legitimate types of home-based businesses? |
| Due to the number of scams that circulate on the internet, it is not wise to trust others easily, especially if they are offering an income that seems too good |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:50) |
| How can I tell if a business opportunity is a scam? |
If you want to know if a "business opportunity" is just a scam, there are two things you need to keep in mind:
1. If a business opportunity promises you |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:50) |
| How can I discover which business opportunity is best for me? |
First, consider your interests. For instance, if you are fond of children, a child care center may be a good business for you. If you often tell your friends |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:50) |
| What skills should I have to start a home-based business? |
| Aside from your passion about your field and your dedication to being your own boss and running your own business, skills must also taken into consideration. Re |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:50) |
| How will I know when to quit my job to go full-time with my home-based business? |
| There are several indications when to quit your job to devote more time to your home-based business. First is the growth of your business. For instance, yo |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:51) |
| Do I need a computer for a home-based business? |
| If your home-based business involves a lot of computer-oriented work such as bookkeeping or desktop publishing, ia good computer is a must. However, if you |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:51) |
| Should I incorporate a home-based business? |
| When you incorporate, it basically means you have purchased a license. Most entrepreneurs do incorporate their businesses. Any activity that generates profit is |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:51) |
| Should I run my home business as a sole proprietor? |
| If your home business does not need a partner to help operate it, then you can run it as a sole proprietor. However, there are things you need to consider. |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:51) |
| Do I need a business license for a home-based business? |
Many home-based businesses do not get business licenses, either because they are unaware of the legal requirement for a license or because they are just igno |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:51) |
| Do I need a bookkeeper for a home-based business? |
| If your budget can afford it, then it is advisable for you to have a professional bookkeeper. If you worry that this would be throwing away a goo |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:51) |
| Will I need a tax consultant for my home-based business? |
Record-keeping is a part of your home-based business. It will be of great help if you can hire a tax consultant to organize your records.
There are |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:51) |
| What records do I need to keep and how long do I have to keep them? |
| Obviously, every personal finance and investment record you have cannot be kept forever. Nor do they need to be. Destroying records that will not be used a |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:51) |
| Where can I learn about government grants for small businesses? |
You can ask the finance officer of your local or state government about how to obtain these government grants for small businesses. You should ask about the& |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:51) |
| Where can I get a business loan? |
There are several sources you can go to for a loan to start your own business. These are:
- Finance companies - There are hundreds of them that are will |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:51) |
| What is a business plan and do I really need one for my small business? |
| A business plan is a document that sums up the operational and financial objectives of a business. It primarily defines the structure of the business and contai |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:51) |
| What are a financial statement and a balance sheet? |
| A financial statement is a written report that quantitatively shows the financial health of a company. It is usually compiled quarterly and annually. There |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:51) |
| How do I find customers for my home-based business? |
If you are just starting your home-based business, you can invite your neighbors and friends to be your first customers. They can be your bridge to a wider c |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:51) |
| Are there alternatives to expensive advertising for a home-based business? |
| There are alternatives you can resort to in case you cannot cope with the cost of advertising on television, in national newspapers, or on large billboards. The |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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| (Published: Sat, Oct 28, 2006 10:37:51) |
| Where can I go for help with my home-based business? |
| It depends on what kind of help are you looking for. If you want help with planning and starting your business, there are individuals and organizations tha |
| Author: Aidon Hughie Bilbao |
| Category: Career - Home Based Business Questions |
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