First let me make it clear; you DO need a home based business, especially during tough economic times.
The economic shift has moved to a point where independence and owning a business is the key to survival for you and your family.
You can no longer depend on government or a job to ensure you can generate an income.
That is the main reason you need to establish a business on the Internet.
Here are more reasons: oFor baby boomers and those born after the boomers, company based retirement plans are obsolete oSocial Security may not even exist for much longer.
Recently, the government revealed there will NOT be a cost of living increase for current retirees for the years 2010 and 2011.
Why? They claim the cost of living has not increased oClearly, your financial future is in your hands, not Social Security or your employer oHome Based Business start up money is minimal, thanks to the Internet and information technology.
oTraditional jobs have mostly been outsourced to other countries and it is extremely difficult to find many jobs that pay a living wage to support you and your family.
oIt is the only viable alternative to the traditional job and a deep Recession and it is more stable than a job.
How Do You Start? You will need a late model computer with high-speed Internet access, basic computer and Internet skills then begin your search for a legitimate home based business.
Self discipline, dedication, patience and a never say quit mind set are qualities needed to continue and put you on the path to financial freedom.
Ensure you perform thorough research on any opportunities you find.
Talk with successful Internet business owners and entrepreneurs and ask for their advice and ideas.
Do not allow friends, family and associates discourage you from pursuing your goal of financial freedom.
Benefits of a Home Based Business: As a business owner and will be allowed tax deductions.
You can deduct mortgage or rent payments, transportation costs, cost of utilities and many others.
You may want to hire a tax accountant You have no employees and you make all of the decisions relating to your home based business.
Remember, you are the boss now.
You set your own work schedule and decide when you want to take a vacation.
Best of all, you are working toward financial freedom and will not have to depend on a traditional job, ever.
You will have a Recession proof home based business that will generate residual income now and into the future.
Also, with a wireless laptop computer you have the freedom of working from anywhere in the world.