Running successful home based business is something that almost everyone would like to do, but it's not as easy as most people believe. If you want to be involved in a legitimate home business, and make some serious money, it takes more than just purchase of an e-book that uncovers all the secrets. Here are a few things you need to know:

1. Since most home based business involve working on a PC you do need to have an average knowledge about computers and be comfortable working on them.
2. You need a quite space in your house where you can concentrate and be able to focus on what you are doing.
3. You need to be self motivated. There is no one to tell you what to do and to motivate you; there is no one to push you to meet that deadline.
4. Training is very important. You need to build a long term skills in order to be able to build your business.
5. You need to be eager to learn something new every day, and never give up. It takes strong mind and positive attitude to be successful at the home based business.
6. Do your homework. Try to find information about the company before you decide to sign up.
7. Don't fall for a lot of freebies that "they" promise you are going to get, because most of the time there is a catch.
8. The most important thing is to get support from your family and friends.

I am telling you all these things because I want you to make the decision that is right for you. Same as you, I fell for a few scams but I finally found what I was looking for. All things mentioned above are really necessary bits and pieces in order to be successful.

After all, if you don't take that first step, you will never achieve financial freedom you are looking for.