95 Best Home Businesses of the 90's reviewed for the Noughties - [81-90]
If this is your first day here you might want to check out the introductory page and also [1-10], [11-20] , [21-30], [31-40], [41-50], [51-60], [61-70] and [71-80].
81. Sign Maker
Every retail business and also those wanting to have their brand made more prominent in the conscience of the public has signs made up.
Relevancy in the Noughties
While this is an economically driven opportunity (businesses will only add or update their signage while the economy is growing) there will always be demand for a sign maker. Technology has changed a few things about this home based business though as more and more signs are computer generated and printed and less and less are sign-written.
It is foreseeable that many sign makers will lose a lot of their business to those who have the equipment to produce the markets needs but overall this is a definite stayer.
Expected Lifespan
Indefinitely.
82. Travel Salesperson
A travel salesperson is someone who can offer a customer ideas and suggestions for planning their vacation and then administer all the logistics necessary to make it happen.
Relevancy in the Noughties
As a home based business this is ideal because most of the work can be done from home. However, its relevancy in the future is becoming more and more limited as people (especially younger generations) become more savvy with the internet and its use and can arrange and book their vacation online.
Expected Lifespan
< 10-15 years
83. Expense Reduction Service
Similar to the Bill Auditing concept but rather than just finding errors on invoices an expense reduction service looks for ways to save a business money via their purchases. While many utilities offer tips and suggestions for saving on their bills this service goes a step further and compares utilities with each other offering the client the best deal.
This is not necessarily restricted to utilities though and can encompass any business' major spending partners such as stationery, printing, maintenance services etc.
Relevancy in the Noughties
This home based business will continue to prosper for the short term as people try and find more efficient alternatives for spending their budget areas. It will be interesting to see how businesses react with their own comparisons in the future.
Expected Lifespan
10 years +
84. Property Tax Reduction Service
This home based business aims at businesses and individuals who are often confronted with property taxes that exceed the rate at which they should be paid. Property tax is usually related to property values and therefore the amount determined by a council on the value of a property will result in the amount charged.
The Property Tax reduction Service aids clients in appealing these taxes.
Relevancy in the Noughties
This will be a growing industry as economies continue to grow and real estate values soar. Many people will find themselves with huge tax bills to pay which may have been erroneously calculated. They won't be equipped enough to handle a successful appeal and will look to others who have some expertise in these matters.
Expected Lifespan
Indefintely.
85. Bill Paying Service
While many businesses employ contractors to look after their book-keeping many are now also turning to those who can offer a Bill Paying Service. This business offers clients the drawing up of a monthly budget and then administer the payment of these bills.
Relevancy in the Naughties
This business will have an indefinite lifespan but the turnover of company contracts will be high. Many businesses as they grow larger will realise that it's far cheaper to employ someone to look after this area and will discard the contracted home business.
Expected Lifespan
Indefinitely.
86. Venture Capital Broker
Venture Capital is the investment money needed by startup businesses to help them move ahead. Therefore, a broker in this area would bring together Venture Capitalists and those with a business idea seeking funds.
Relevancy in the Noughties
Like real estate there are many options for this type of deal to be brokered and many opportunities lie on the internet. However, many VC's and entrepreneurs like to have a middle man brokering the deal without having to become too involved themselves.
Expected Lifespan
Indefinitely
87. Commercial Debt Negotiator
This home based business helps companies in financial trouble negotiate with loan vendors and creditors in a bid to keep the business solvent.
Relevancy in the Naughties
Unfortunately this will always be a viable business opportunity as businesses often struggle for various reasons.
Expected Lifespan
Indefinitely
88. Shareware Developer
Shareware became the unemployed computer developers next dream. These visionaries create programs that are offered as trial versions and after a limited period stop working until payment is made.
Relevancy in the Naughties
These were really big in the 90's and although they still today are less prominent mainly because the market is far more selective in what they purchase. Most developers are now seeking online opportunities rather than creating PC driven software.
Expected Lifespan
Limited
89. Backup Service
Whereas a Computer Repair service would offer clients assistance with their hardware and software problems a backup service will help customers backup their data as well as retrieving it should it become corrupted.
Relevancy in the Noughties
This is a certain growth industry as people rely more and more on computing technology. Businesses as well as individuals often need a service such as this to help them maintain their data records.
Expected Lifespan
Indefinitely
90. Exposition Manager
Tradeshows, conferences and expositions are all booming around the world. An exposition manager is someone who helps coordinate and possibly sponsors or facilitates this type of event.
Relevancy in the Noughties
As a home business this is becoming harder to manage and most trade shows and expos will be coordinated by larger organisations. But there still are some niche events that many home business operators could comfortably handle
Expected Lifespan
<5-10 years
Tomorrow we will review the last 5 from [91-95].
If you want more specific knowledge of setup costs, educational prerequisites and experience required then try reading the book - The Best Home Businesses for the 21st Century
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