Home-Based Business News & Topics

Growth Strategies

5 Ways to Keep Your Home-Based Business Running Through the Holidays

Christmas and New Year's can be stressful, and take a toll on your business. Here's how to keep the company humming through the holidays.

Lisa Evans | 4 min read

Starting a Business

The Pros and Cons of Launching Your Business From Home

You'll save money, but will clients find you unprofessional? What to consider when setting up your business from home.

Entrepreneur Staff | 3 min read

Starting a Business

8 Mistakes to Avoid When Starting a Business From Home

Owners of home-based businesses often fail to establish proper boundaries between their work and personal lives. Here's how to get it right the first time.

Alina Dizik | 5 min read

Franchises

The Top Home-Based Franchises of 2012

Want to start a business, but don't want to deal with an office or a storefront? These are the franchises for you.

Tracy Stapp Herold | 1 min read

Technology

Seven Must-Have Tools for Your Home Office

These tech accessories can increase your efficiency and productivity when you do business from home.

Jonathan Blum | 4 min read

Finance

Why You Should Consider Using the Home-Based Office Deduction

Accountant Mark Kohler explains how this write-off can be useful come tax time.

Mark J. Kohler

Starting a Business

New Options in Home Office Furniture

We explored the hidden corners of the market for higher-end office furnishings. Here are our picks for the right mix for your home workspace.

Jonathan Blum | 5 min read

Starting a Business

Why I Got Owners Insurance for My Home Business

In writing about business insurance for a home-based business, I realized I needed it. Here's the story of what I learned, and the type of insurance policy I got.

Carol Tice