Top 10 Easy Home Businesses: Which Businesses Can You Start With The Least Amount Of Cash Investment

Many home businesses fail because owners put too much money into their start-up costs, only to see no returns. Owners also fail to do enough research on the always-changing economic demands of consumers.

The following businesses are the top ten home businesses that are the least costly to establish. For each of them, the only costs lie in marketing, which may be very small indeed if owners rely on Internet marketing.

1) Daycare centers. The only costs to starting up your home daycare business is childproofing your home and making it as clean as possible. You may also have to purchase food and drinks for "snack times," sleeping mats for "naptimes," craft products, and other child-friendly paraphernalia. You will also have to register for a state license before you open your home daycare, and prepare for a rigorous background check. Check your state's regulations on home daycare centers before you proceed with your home daycare center.

2) Freelance writing. If you are a good writer, you can make a high amount of money with zero start-up costs. First, you have to find freelance marketplaces where you can bid on assignments (quoting how much money you want per word). Keep in mind that if you have no previous writing experience, you may first write for very little money. However, this will change as you take on more assignments and show employers a fuller portfolio.

3) Accounting. If you have previous experience as an accountant, you can easily transfer your business to your home. This usually works best if you already have a loyal client base. As for costs, it's likely you will have to purchase your own accounting software, such as QuickBooks, and install a separate business phone line.

4) Blogging. You can earn steady money through blogging, by linking up with affiliates and other Internet marketing products. It often costs no money to start a blog.

5) Life coach. Life coaches are increasing in demand as more people change careers. Consider this job if you have high knowledge of careers and career match-making tools. 

6) Cleaning service. If you enjoy cleaning, you can make thousands of dollars per year by cleaning other homes or offices. The money you spend on cleaning products or equipment will quickly disappear as your clients increase.

7) Tutoring. Many children and teenagers have difficulty with a certain school subject. Use your expertise of English or math to earn money as a tutor.

8) Dog-sitter. Many people are concerned about leaving their dogs at home while they're at work. If you have a spacious home and a large, fenced-off yard, consider a career as a dog-sitter.

9) Gift-baskets. Today, more people are dining out less but are spending money on lavish gift baskets containing edible or inedible goods. You may have to spend quite a bit of money on decorating or cooking materials, depending on your business.