5 small-business ideas that let you work from home

Remote work is increasingly popular, with half of U.S. workers preferring home-based environments. A Harvard Business School survey indicates 40% of respondents would accept pay cuts to telecommute. Consequently, many founders launch startups from home, with the National Association of Women Business Owners reporting that half of all small businesses start this way. Currently, 19 million U.S. businesses are home-based. While some small business ideas lack glamour, they offer the advantage of consistent recurring revenue.