Extra money, a better lifestyle, the satisfaction of building a business you believe will really take off—whatever your motive, the success of your home-based business depends on making the right decisions from the very start. And this comprehensive guide will help you do just that. It`s packed with expert advice from some of the most experienced and knowledgeable people around—the staff of business consultants at Entrepreneur Magazine. You`ll learn:

• What businesses are best conducted from home.
• How to research your potential markets, analyze the strengths and weaknesses of your competition, and set your prices accordingly.
• How to organize your 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 working environment.

  Also available from the Entrepreneur Magazine library: The Entrepreneur Magazine Small Business Advisor, Second Edition, Starting an Import/Export Business, Small Business Legal Guide.