I have often heard people urge wahms and other home based business owners to never pay for a business opportunity. I agree with that in some ways. We must always keep in mind that there are scam artists out there capitalizing enormously from unethical business practices. True enough, you would never pay to be hired on a job. But my friends, a home based business is not a job. You have no boss. You decide when you work, where you work and how hard you work. This is your business. You are the CEO!If you've done your research, then you know a traditional brick and mortar business would require some relatively hefty start up capital.

Please, don't misunderstand, I'm not saying spend your life savings to take advantage of an opportunity that appears to be a legitimate business venture. Just keep an open mind. Research the company thoroughly. If you feel it's worth the investment (we know traditional businesses certainly have start-up fees) go for it.

Your safety net will be the knowledge you've acquired as you've researched several work at home businesses. Don't ever jump to quickly on any opportunity. If it sounds too good to be true it probably is.

Here's to your prosperity in the home based business industry!

Roschelle Nelson is the founder and publisher of WAH4life.com. She lives and works at her home with her husband and two sons. http://www.wah4life.com