Ten types of businesses you can start on the cheap, by Anita Campbell at Business.gov.
In many cases they can be run out of a home office. Most require minimal equipment beyond a computer, phone, printer, a few tools, and perhaps your car or truck. You won’t need advanced degrees or highly specialized training beyond what you may already have or can learn on the job.
1. Consulting for your former employer or in your old industry
2. Web businesses
3. Virtual assistant
4. Online social media consulting; online content production
5. Convenience services for consumers
6. Pet businesses
7. Kids products or services
8. Mobile apps development and mobile consulting
9. Specialty foods
10. Landscaping and handyman services
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