If you've been looking around for a home based business, you've likely noticed that there is certainly no shortage of options.
There are literally thousands.
The challenge is learning how to sift through the clutter, and really find a home based business that works.
This is the fastest growing industry on the planet right now, and for good reason.
Many people are realizing that they don't want to live the differed life plan, working for 40 years and then retiring, any longer.
They want to supplement or replace their income working from home, so that they have more time to spend with their family and for doing the things they love.
What's unfortunate is how many people get involved with the wrong company or business, and end up losing their money and being left worse off than when they first got involved.
The good news is that finding a home based business that works and creating time and financial freedom is more possible now than ever, provided you find the right vehicle.
Here are 5 tips to find a home based business that works and can truly set you free.

1. Know what you're looking for -You absolutely can find a home based business that works, and with all the options out there it's guaranteed that you'll find SOMETHING.
   But how can you be sure it's the right fit for you? You need to define what that right fit looks like, before you go looking.
   For example, are you interested in selling and sharing products with your friends and family? Are you a great networker, someone who can talk to anyone, and engage people in line at the grocery store to talk about your business? Or are you looking for something more automated that leverages systems and the power of the internet? Do you want to run home meetings or do you want to keep your home as your sanctuary? Do you want transactional income, or do you want to be able to leverage the time and effort of others in a dynamic win-win and mutually profitable scenario that will eventually free you from working at all? It's not enough to find a home based business that works.
   You must find a home based business that works for you.
   Get very clear.
   This will help you to know that you've found the right one when it comes along.
   
2. Do your research - Do what you're doing right now.
   Read articles, use Google, and check out some websites.
   You're already on the right track, if you're reading this article.
   Finding a home based business that works is simple, but it won't just fall in your lap.
   Do your digging.
   
3. Opt-in for more information - When you find a person or an opportunity that might be a good fit, even if you're not sure, you can opt-in (enter your name and email) to get some more information.
   If they really have a home based business that works, the strongest companies and leaders will invited you to take a look at their operation and really see what they're all about, before you even get involved.
   Take advantage of this when you find a person or an opportunity that resonates with you.
   
4. Watch video presentation/webinars/etc - Really do all you can to get a feel.
   Often there are live presentations on the internet, or pre-recorded videos or audios, sometimes teleconference calls, etc.
   that will help you to get some more information.
   Just be aware of the pitch...
   many of these are very well designed sales pitches.
   This step is critical to find a home based business that works, but use them for information gathering only.
   
5. Talk to a real live person - above all else, you want to connect with someone who you will either be working with, or who is doing what you will be doing, or both.
   In finding a home based business that works, success will always leave clues.
   People have figured out how to make it work and can show you how.
   So it becomes more about finding a person/company/mentor that you trust and respect who can show you the steps that are necessary to succeed.
   If you are not able to get in touch with a live person, you may want to reconsider that opportunity (why are they hiding?).
   

These 5 tips to find a home based business that works will help anyone avoid being had by the scams and empty promises that seem to pervade this industry.
The fact is that it is possible to find a home based business that works, and to free yourself, creating more happiness, abundance and freedom, and living the life you deserve.
But you must be sure you align yourself with the right people and the right vehicle for you and your goals.
Believe you can, and you will make it happen.