Are you like one of the many Americans who, like me over 18 months ago, are looking towards the internet and pondering the idea of starting your own Home Based Business? I know the thoughts that are flowing through your mind, can this be for real? Is it actually possible to buy a franchise of a business, learn to operate it and have it really work and generate money for my family and I, all while I am comfortably lounging around in my own home?The simple straight-forward answer to your question is Yes. Absolutely and there is really no better time to start than now. I know you’ve heard that one before, but in all seriousness, there is no better time than now to take ACTION on anything in your life. It could be fitness or family oriented, as long as your taking action on something in life your gaining experience and knowledge. That is the key and much like all home based businesses, it takes action to make them work, and massive action to make them really work.To many people join business that they feel will earn them money right from their couch at home while they watch their favorite TV show. For some reason people think it’s the “easy” way to make money, but in all straight honesty, for most people its not easy at all. Usually big sacrifices are made, the learning curve is sharp, and putting yourself out “there” on the internet can be very intimidating for most. But…those who commit and push forward building on each failure as a learning block to the top of the stairway of success, succeed.If you are looking at a home based business that really works and generates an income that can replace your current income, do not look for the “quickest” or the “best” business out their. Don’t follow all the hype, and don’t buy into the “now is the best time,” because like I said above, it’s always the best time! If not this month maybe the next, or not this year, but maybe next year. It will always be the best time to start a home based business.I have two suggestions I recommend when investing into a home based business. I take that back…I’ll give you three.#1. If you are going to invest in your FIRST home based business, don’t invest over $1000.00 dollars UNLESS you are EXTREMELY driven, motivated and PASSIONATE about that particular business. I would recommend aiming at the $500.00 dollar area for your initial go. There is A HUGE amount to learn in the industry and using your initial start up capital for marketing education is more important than a business that you don’t even know how to sell.#2. Find someone who is selling the business (yes selling, you can also refer to them as a rep but they are getting the commission) who you TRUST and feel is a good LEADER. Also, before you invest, get the person on the phone, have a few conversations with them, find out what kind of bonuses they may include for you if you decide to join their home business. There are always bonuses in the Home based business industry.#3. Take some time, days or weeks, and really research and learn as much as you can about the company or companies you are interested in. Do your do-diligence and gain as much information as possible so you feel comfortable and begin to build a passion for the company. Because being passionate is a main driver that will make your new business really work and generate the income you desire.Now that you’ve had more information and you understand you company, started a relationship with your “Leader,” not up-line, and feel comfortable that this person will be able to show you the right tools for you to learn, NOW take ACTION and build your new home business right from your couch. Go ahead, make the investment and build the home based business that really works; make your dreams come true.