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I have done a lot of things,
which have worked either in combination with other
things, or for different times in my life. This is
something I have done consistently for several
years now. It is not a huge money maker for me due
to the small size of our community, but does
provide a significant amount. I take in computers
for repair or diagnostic, offer phone and email
support, and do house calls. I also build computer
systems and upgrade computers.
House calls require that I
either have one of my older kids babysit for me, or
that I arrange other childcare. I don't like to do
more than two or three house calls a week, or I
feel like I am out of touch with my
kids!
This business requires
intense training and skills, and works better if
you have certification of some sort. Investment is
minimal, as it can be done with about $50 worth of
tools, and spare parts inventory can be built up as
you go, and as you figure out what needs to be in
stock. It does require some space which the kids
will not disturb, a small bedroom, or even part of
the livingroom will work, as long as you can set up
a work table and testing desk. Not for someone who
has large amounts of animals (due to static and
damage issues) unless you can put the repair
station in a room that the animals cannot get
into.
One of the great aspects is
that if you are skilled and honorable, you build
trust with your clients, and they will call on you
even if you attempt to stop
working!
An alternative to this is to sell satellite internet services in more remote areas. You have to train for this, and usually the companies will provide it (you may have to travel for it). Some companies provide small residual income as long as your client keeps the service. Market potentials vary widely from area to area.
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