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Love this site for non-profits.

www.fundraising123.org for Non Profits

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Home Based Business

Home based businesses are likely to see a rise during this recession. Companies are looking for ways to reduce and streamline operational expenses, people are looking for ways to make extra money on the side and if you can offer them a legitimate vehicle to do that, then you could stand to make a lot of money.

Look for industries where you can build a team of people who will in turn drive your profits for you.

Determine a Business or Hobby

Do you currently have a side business or hobby that makes even a modest income that you could develop? It could be selling Avon products, landscaping, website design, selling products on eBay or consulting services.

You don’t have a side business?

Maybe you should start by developing your marketable talents, skills sets and interest. What do you do well, that you could charge money for? What niches or industries are likely to see a rise in this economy?

Starting a Small Business is Easier than you think!

The bare basics of opening a business are quite simple:

1. File a Fictitious Name statement in your local county
2. Obtain a business license in your city
3. Obtain a free business tax id number
4. Open a business checking account at your local bank
5. Create a business plan and develop financials

Follow these steps exactly…you need a fictitious name before you can obtain a business license and a business tax id number (EIN). You will need a business license and an EIN before you can open a business checking account at your local bank.