Happy Friday!! Fridays are Fun Day around here, so enjoy the video and laugh out loud. It’s good for you. 

Who is Home Tutoring Business (HTB)?

HTB is a one-stop shop for establishing a lucrative one-on-one in-home tutoring referral business in your community. The owner of the business becomes a matchmaker, or broker, matching qualified tutors and teachers with children in need of individualized tutoring. You choose your own company name and HTB provides you with all the tools you need to get started and quickly grow your business.

-Home Tutoring Business.com

 How can you make money with HTB?

Revenue is earned by splitting the fee for tutoring services with your tutors and teachers. The more hours you bill, the more income you will make. The potential for making money is virtually only limited to the amount of students for which you are willing to provide tutors.

 -Home Tutoring Business.com

Is this a franchise?

No. HTB is an independent business opportunity which means that there are no royalty or ongoing contract fees. Once you purchase the system its yours to run as you see fit.

How much does this opportunity cost?

You can purchase a basic package for $1695 which includes a business manual, one on one consultation, logo design, a merchant account, forms and promotional material. A deluxe package can be purchased for $3990. Check their site for full details.

What Is Being Said About HTB?

I have not found any independent reviews/posting regarding HTB.com. Still looking and will update post when (if) I find anything.

BBB Report

No BBB record found

Additional Resources:

How To Start A Profitable Home Tutoring Business

EBOOK: Guide to starting your own Tutoring Business 

VIDEO: Advertising Strategies for Your Tutoring Business:

www.tutormonster.com

www.tutorfi.com

WHO IS 5LINX?

5LINX® is a true one-stop shop for all your telecommunications products and services! Whether you are looking for digital home phone service that provides unlimited local and long distance calling in the U.S., Canada, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico plus FREE unlimited landline calls to 75 calling areas, wireless phones and accessories, satellite television, or Broadband Internet service, 5LINX® has something for everyone 

HOW CAN YOU MAKE MONEY WITH 5LINX?

5LINX® can teach you how to profit from the $400+ billion dollar a year telecommunications industry. There are few opportunities that provide a full-time income potential while working on a part-time basis. 5LINX® is enabling thousands of people across the country to dream again because they are earning a living they never thought possible.

5Linx is set up as a Multi Level Marketing (MLM) opportunity. This means you generate income through commissions of direct sales to your customers (along with residual income from future sales) and you also make money by recruiting new customer service reps into the company and receiving commissions from their sales. Being a MLM means that there is a compensation plan that spells out exactly how you earn money from the company; you can read 5Linx’s comp plan here. 

DOES IT COST ANYTHING TO START THIS BUSINESS?

There are 2 ways to get started with 5Linx:

Customer Representative-$99. A one time fee which gives you access to all 5Linx’s products for personal use and sale to your customers.

Independent Marketing Representative-$499. This is the level that you begin to build a downline.

WHAT’S BEING SAID ABOUT 5LINX?

Here’s some of the things that some people are writing about 5Linx:

5Links provides a surprisingly comprehensive series of services, including digital TV through Dish Network, and a fascinating domestic/foreign phone number system that… well, to be honest, I don’t entirely understand how it works. It’s some sort of arrangement where 5Linx can give you two phone numbers in different countries, and each of them behaves like the call is being made or received in that country; so you can make and receive “local” calls in two countries, which just seems really cool.

The multilevel marketing model is designed to produce fast revenue growth. It also, of course, produces controversy in many cases. In 5Linx’s case, CEO Craig Jerabeck says strong consumer interest in VoIP helps 5Linx sign up the direct sales representatives it needs to recruit. ”There merits have come under the pretense of video-phone sales but an exploration of their website reveals that the basis of their business is the resale of cell phones, Dish TV and medical benefits cards. Last time I checked medical benefits didn’t fit under the category of ‘telecom.’

5linx is definitely NOT a scam. It is a legitimate opportunity. I know there are some fools who go around calling every opportunity a scam. Do they get paid to do that?

BBB REPORT

1. Sell it

If other people love your handcrafted articles, you may consider selling them locally or online. Local outlets include home sales or demonstrations, fairs, shows and conventions, or retail businesses that accept articles on consignment. There are also a number of websites that sell handmade articles; they generally charge a small fee for posting the article, and/or a percentage of the selling price. For these, good photography is necessary.

2. Teach it

It is often more profitable to teach other people how to make things than to sell the things themselves. You can hold classes at your home or at a local community center. You can also look through the catalogs of community colleges and high school districts to see if they offer courses in your field of interest. If no instructor’s name is given, it is possible that the organization has not yet hired someone to teach the subject and there is a job opening for you. You may be able to demonstrate your passion at a special event and teach a short introductory lesson to encourage people to sign up, or have your products available for sale.

3. Write about it

If you’re good with words, writing about your passion may be profitable. Magazines and websites like to publish well-written, lively pieces that demonstrate how to make attractive or useful articles, or get started in a leisure activity. Professional-quality photos will enhance your written work and make it more likely to sell. Another way to use the written word to make money from your passion is through blogging. This is a long-term strategy, as it takes time and persistence to build up blog traffic. The key to successful blogging is clear, authoritative writing, authenticity, consistency (posting frequently at regular times) and being responsive to people who comment on your blog posts or ask questions. Money can be made through blogs either by selling your own products or by attracting advertising revenue.

4. Team up

Finding a business partner whose passions complement yours can be the start of a whole new synergy. This could be someone who offers similar products or services to your own, so that you can effectively double your output and share administrative tasks. Or it could be someone whose product or service can be used in conjunction with yours. Look out for possible partners online, at trade shows and at your local retail outlets, and take your time to find the right fit.

Louise Baker writes about online degrees for Zen College Life. She most recently wrote about getting an online criminal justice degree.

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There will always be naysayers. And some of them may have even been right in the past about an idea, thought or event. Even if they have been right about something in the past, it doesn’t mean that they’re opinion is always correct. Are you willing to risk your business on someone else’s opinion of it?

IRS Agent Didn’t Report $41,842 in EBay Sales

…claimed her EBay sales were not a business, and characterized it as an online garage sale, according to the court document. She said she liked to shop for designer clothes and that this was a way to clean out her closets.

5 Tax Advantages of a Home-Based Business

The perks of a home-based business are many: freedom, independence, tax advantages … yes, tax advantages. Here are some tax advantages that your home based business may qualify for.

Discover Your Inner Entrepreneur

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Need Help Finding That Perfect Business?

Do you have a business opportunity that you are interested in but not sure if it’s right for you or if it’s legitimate? Let me help you find out. Drop me a line with the name of the company and make it the focus of an upcoming review. What’s the benefit to you?

• You get a second opinion from someone who is dedicated finding true business opportunities.
• You get the benefit of my time and knowledge of researching businesses for free
• BONUS GIFT!! You get to fill out my Business Matching questionnaire and I’ll use it to determine if the business you are interested in is a good match for you.  That’s a $49.95 service available to you for FREE! 

Here is a great home based business opportunity- the buying and selling of used cars. It’s easy to find hundreds of used cars which can be bought for a great price which can quickly be resold for a profit. Here are some tips. [Continue Reading]

Despite the down economy and the rising gas prices, people still love to drive their cars. Which makes buying and selling cars a great business opportunity that can easily be done from home. The article goes on to state that someone who is mechanically inclined would have an advantage in this type of business, but I image that some mechanically challenged (like myself) could establish a business relationship with a local mechanic that would benefit both. It would be comparable to the relationship between a house flipper and their contractor.

How would you make money?

Its pretty simple: Buy low. Sell high. Put the difference in your pocket. Repeat

Can you really make money doing this?

Absolutely. There’s always someone somewhere looking to sell their car. And there’s always someone looking to buy a new 9 or at least new to them) car. Your job is to get the car from A to B.

Is there more information?

http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Buy-and-Sell-Cars-for-Profit&id=373593

http://www.getrichslowly.org/blog/2006/09/18/flipping-cars-for-fun-and-profit/ (Read the comments left by readers)

Profit Potential From Buying and Selling Used Cars

Still Not Sure?

I know picking a home business can be a difficult choice.  I may be able to help you decide if this particular business opportunity is right for you. And its FREE SERVICE. Interested?  Contact me and I’ll give the details of my Business Matching Service.

Need Help Finding That Perfect Business?

Do you have a business opportunity that you are interested in but not sure if it’s right for you or if it’s legitimate? Let me help you find out. Drop me a line with the name of the company and make it the focus of an upcoming review. What’s the benefit to you?

• You get a second opinion from someone who is dedicated finding true business opportunities.
• You get the benefit of my time and knowledge of researching businesses for free
• BONUS GIFT!! You get to fill out my Business Matching questionnaire and I’ll use it to determine if the business you are interested in is a good match for you.  That’s a $49.95 service available to you for FREE! 

 Who is Get Paid From Field Inspections ?

Essentially, this site is the creation of Steve Bialk. He claims that he makes up to $300 a day doing field inspections. He’s created a sales page that leads to a free report which, according to Steve, is a step by step manual of how to do what he does.

How Do You Make Money?

I think a better question to ask here is what exactly does a field inspection do?  According to the site:

A Field Inspector provides a visual inspection of property or other collateral such as heavy equipment, computers, RV’s, boats, and other business related items. Financial institutions usually require these (bank, credit union, mortgage lender or insurance company) to finalize or update a particular business transaction.

 Still not clear on how you would make money? Perhaps this video can provide more insight:

Can You Really Make Money Doing This?

Field inspections is valid and legitimate industry so I would have to answer yes to this question. Since this post is meant to be a quick analysis of the site I can’t answer the bigger question: are the claims of "making up to $300 per day" and this being a "recession proof business" true? If there is enough interest on the part readers I can make this subject of a later, more in-depth review post.

Is There More Information Available on This Site?

www.getpaidfromfieldinspections.com

Society of Field Inspectors

Random Thoughts Buzzing Around My Head

• The website could use an upgrade. I only say this because it’s light on information and details. I haven’t downloaded his report so I don’t know how detailed it is but you know what they say about first impressions.
• Again not having read the report, I don’t know what Steve is selling. I would guess that it’s some kind of starter kit.  If anyone wants me to download the report so they don’t have to give out their email address, I’ll do it and update this report. PLEASE MAKE YOUR REQUEST IN THE COMMENTS SECTION.
• For some reason I’m doubtful that $300 is possible in one day. 

Still Not Sure?

I know picking a home business can be a difficult choice.  I may be able to help you decide if this particular business opportunity is right for you. And it’s completely a FREE service. Interested? Contact me and I’ll send you the details of my Home Business Matching Service. 

 Who is Global Domains International?

Global Domains International: GDI or Website.ws is a domain name registry service which offers domain name registration, website building tools and templates, web-hosting, email, and also offers an affiliate home business program allowing individuals to earn residual income by promoting the business using replicated orientation video websites with embedded referral id’s. 

How would you make money with them?

Based on a quick analysis of the company the main way to earn money through GDI is by being and affiliate marketer for them.  Basically, they set you up with a website and other marketing tools and you use these tools to get new customers for them. You can also earn residual income from bring new affiliates to the company.  Pretty standard affiliate marketing and Multiple Level Marketing (MLM) set up. 

Can you really make money doing this?

Again, based on a quick analysis I would have to say yes you can.  GDI does appear to be a legitimate domain registry company, which means they offer a real service to people looking to obtain .ws domain names for their websites. Affiliate marketing is a proven business model, although it can very difficult to earn sufficient money to be a primary income source for many people. MLM opportunities should always be looked at with great skepticism but if done correctly they can be a viable source of income. 

All that being said, I did find some credible negative information on the company but it’s nothing that would cause my Scammy- Senses to start tingling immediately like some other "business opportunities" I’ve come across.   

Is there more information available on GDI?

http://website.ws

http://www.prlog.org

http://www.bbb.org

Random Thoughts Buzzing Around My Head

• Big question here is will .ws domains ever become popular? .net domains have become a norm but .com’s are still the standard.
• Honestly, I don’t ever recall seeing a website with a .ws domain name.
• I don’t like the fact they charge their members $10 a month to host there website they set up for them. It’s standard practice to charge for hosting but I $10/month is little high
• I scanned the BBB report and found it interesting that majority of the 36 complaints filed against them are for ‘ refund issues’. That’s red flag for me. I don’t believe should drag it’s feet when they’re asked for a refund. 

Still Not Sure About GDI?

I know picking a home business can be a difficult choice.  I may be able to help you decide if this particular business opportunity is right for you. And it’s a FREE SERVICE. Interested? Contact me and I’ll give the details of my Business Matching Service.