Synopses & Reviews
With 30 percent new and revised material, Home-Based Business For Dummies, 3rd Edition provides readers with the most current and up-to-date material to navigate the sometimes complicated and confusing process of setting up their own home business, as well as setting up their own legal accounting system and filing taxes. It includes new information on: Employment trends: The effect of downsizing in the corporate world and how it impacts the decision to start a home-based business Home-based business scams: What they are, how to avoid them, and what to do if caught in one Bartering: This concept is becoming increasingly important for small and home-based businesses Insurance: There are a number of new and innovative benefits programs now available to home-based business owners Cutting costs and new technology
It also includes updated and revised information on: What businesses are best conducted from home and picking the right one How to research potential markets, analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the competition, and set prices accordingly How to organize finances correctly right from the start and avoid disaster later How to establish effective advertising and promotional strategies without spending a lot of money How to handle the legal aspects of a home-based business--forms of operation, licenses, zoning ordinances and restrictions, and taxes How to control crucial, but often overlooked, issues like time management, business image, and working in isolation How to turn a room into an office and buy equipment, supplies, and fixtures to create an efficient, comfortable work environment
Home-Based Business For Dummies, 3rd Edition provides readers with the critical information they need to start their own home-based business to supplement their income and help them weather tough economic times.
Synopsis
Expert tips and advice on starting a home-based business
Starting your own home-based business is a great way to supplement your income in these tough economic times. With thirty percent new and revised material, Home-Based Business For Dummies, 3rd Edition gives you the most current and up-to-date information you need to navigate your way through the whole process.
You'll get trusted and creative advice on how to start being your own boss, bringing in a steady paycheck, and running a business you'll enjoy.
- Complete coverage of legal and financial aspects of a home-based business
- Effective advertising and promotional strategies that won't break the bank
- Tips and information you need to make your business profitable
- Advice on outfitting and running a home office
Whether you've been affected by downsizing in these uncertain times or are just looking to earn some extra cash, Home-Based Business For Dummies, 3rd Edition shows you how to avoid scams and truly start working from home for profit.
Synopsis
With 30 percent new and revised material, this edition gives readers the most current and up-to-date information they need to navigate the complex process of starting--and succeeding with--a home-based business.
About the Author
Paul and Sarah Edwards are award-winning authors of 17 books with over 2 million books in print. They have also hosted radio and TV shows. Peter Economy is a home-based publishing consultant and is the best-selling coauthor of more than 50 books, including Consulting For Dummies.
Table of Contents
Introduction.Part I: Beginning at the Beginning.
Chapter 1: What You Need to Know about Home-Based Businesses.
Chapter 2: Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, What’s the Best Business of All?
Chapter 3: The ABCs of Starting Your Own Business.
Chapter 4: Marketing 101: Attracting Customers.
Chapter 5: Creating a Sustainable Income in Challenging Times.
Part II: Managing Your Money.
Chapter 6: Keeping Track of Your Money.
Chapter 7: The Price Is Right: Deciding How Much to Charge.
Chapter 8: Getting Health Insurance and Planning for Your Retirement.
Chapter 9: Getting a Grip on Taxes and Deductions.
Part III: Avoiding Problems.
Chapter 10: Knowing Your Legal Do’s and Don’ts.
Chapter 11: Using Outside Resources and Experts.
Chapter 12: Eluding Scams, Rip-Offs, and Other Headaches.
Part IV: Making It Work: Moving Ahead.
Chapter 13: Making the Web Work for You.
Chapter 14: Balancing Your Business and Your Life.
Chapter 15: Growing Your Business in Good Times and Bad.
Part V: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 16: Ten Tips for How to Succeed in Your Home-Based Business.
Chapter 17: Ten Enduring Home Business Opportunities.
Chapter 18: Ten Things to Do When Times Are Tough.
Index.