Start a Holiday Lighting Service

The holiday lighting business is one very in-demand service that pays well and is easy to start. Obviously, the biggest drawback to this venture is the fact that it only lasts for a few months. However, during that time you can easily be busy seven days a week making some decent money. Continue reading »

Carpet Cleaning Profits

One of my favorite service businesses is carpet cleaning. A few years back, I ran my own carpet cleaning/upholstery cleaning company. Although I’ve moved on to different ventures, my carpet cleaning business was a true money-maker right from the start.

For anyone contemplating getting into the carpet cleaning business I would suggest that you work for a company to learn the ropes first. Although it is possible to simply read a few “how-to” manuals, visit some websites, buy some used equipment, and set up shop; you will save a lot of time, money, and hassle if you have some basic experience first. Continue reading »

Starting a Pet Photography Business

While many people would consider a pet photography business to be a little obscure and less mainstream, there is no denying that there is a great opportunity to make good money in this niche photography business if you are able to produce good results. In the multi-billion dollar pet industry, pet owners are more than willing to spend money for such specialized services. Continue reading »

Make Money as a Handyman

Are you good with your hands? Do you have basic carpentry skills? Do you prefer physical work as opposed to being stuck behind a desk? Do you like working outside?

If this sounds like you, then starting a handyman business might be just the thing you’re looking for.

Whether it’s full or part-time, this is one profitable and in-demand business that fills a niche between the home owner and the professional trade person. Often, you will get called to do jobs that the home owner can’t (or won’t) do. These smaller jobs are generally not handled by a contractor. Continue reading »

Run a Profitable Delivery/Errand Service

If you have time on your hands, and you own a vehicle, you might want to consider starting an errand/courier business. This service involves delivering goods to people and businesses for a small charge. Generally, the distances are short (usually confined to your local area).

The only drawback of this shoestring business is that you will have to be available at all hours – day and evening. Hence, this is not really a business that would suit someone looking for a part-time venture, Continue reading »

Start a House Cleaning Business

Starting a housecleaning service is perfect for anyone that has little or no start-up capital, and is intent on running the business as a one-person operation – at least in the beginning.

Although this industry tends to be geared more towards women, it’s not unusual to find male house cleaners – particularly in large cities. In many ways, being male will only help when it comes to physical work such as lifting a vacuum cleaner up the stairs, mopping floors, and moving furniture. With that being said, there are many clients that prefer female staff only in their homes. Continue reading »

When Should You Fire a Customer?

Firing a customer might sound like great fun. After all, isn’t that what we are in business for – to make our own decisions and be our own boss? It’s not like we ever had the choice as an employee. If you work for a company, you’ve got to put up with all their customers – no matter what.

That being said, firing a customer is a very serious thing and should not be taken lightly. Personally, it’s always a last resort for me, and I only proceed when I have a very good reason to do so. Continue reading »

Make Money With an Apartment/House Preparation Service

Although the house-cleaning field is very competitive (almost on the verge of saturated), there is a niche area within the industry that few people have bothered with. That business is an apartment and house preparation service.

This is a highly specialized area of the house-cleaning industry. Because it falls out of the usual business model that many of the big maid services offer (i.e. residential contract cleaning), there is a huge opportunity for your business to fill a growing need. Continue reading »

Starting Your Own House Painting Business

Do you have a knack for painting? Do friends and family always turn to you to help them with their decorating and painting jobs?

If this sounds like you, then perhaps you might want to consider starting your very own house painting business. Don’t worry about all the other competition out there, there is plenty of work for everyone – especially if you offer quality at a reasonable price. Continue reading »