I have always wanted to start my own home based business. I have thought of the ways to do it and I have read all there is to know about starting it but that has always been as far as I went into business planning. Well, what can I do? I just couldn’t simply afford it. So I went and looked for home based business ideas that I can start even if I have no capital. You might want to check them out for yourselves too.1. Private TutorialYou still probably have your old books from school, or perhaps books of your kids when they were young and you have been wondering how you can actually make use of all of them. Well, it’s high time to start piling them up and have a little review for yourself.You can run a private tutorial at home for your friends’ kids or even for neighbors. With this, you won’t have to actually take up courses in the university again. Just review a little and become update regarding the latest updates on the things that kids learn at school.2. Computer Specialist or Repair ServicesYes, with this home based business, you don’t have to have capital. You only need your skills and knowledge with computers. You can start by contacting friends and their friends if they would want computer repair services. You can offer home service if they prefer.3. Making WebsitesIf you have your own computer at home and you have a reliable internet connection already, well you might want to make use of it to earn money. There is plenty of software nowadays that will help you. This is best for those that already have the knowledge and creativity.4. Music LessonsLove music? Well I’m sure you’d love it more if you get to share it and earn in return. You can start your own music lesson business by using the musical instruments that you have at home. With all the demand for training young talents nowadays, I am certain that you could get quite a number of students in no time.5. Baby SittingTaking care of little kids for busy parents is also one easy home based business that you could start. Besides being able to play with a cute little kid all day, you also get to earn by the hour. This is ideal for those who are patient enough to look after small children.6. Bookkeeping ServicesTyping jobs and other secretarial services are ideal for those that know their way in using computers. You don’t need to invest a lot of money because you don’t need a lot of supplies. A good quality computer, which most of us already have, and a set of typing paper could already be your ticket to starting your own bookkeeping business.7. Elderly CareThis is like babysitting, only that you have to take care of an elderly person. Well this is actually quite easier because you don’t get to run around much unlike with babysitting kids. You also need your patience as your capital for this and you also get to earn by the hour.8. Yard Care ServicesIf you are the Industrious type and you know how to tend a garden, then you might want to release those creative skills into running a home based yard care service. You can charge some household owners for your services like trimming their lawns or even do some minor landscaping. You get to enjoy while you earn. Isn’t that the best?9. Online TutorialYou can use a lot of things with your computer and a reliable internet connection. There also a lot of websites and online companies that are looking for online tutors. Well, this is easier for those that are more confident in speaking or having a conversation online. You get to earn per lesson that you conduct.10. Art LessonsFinally, if you see yourself as the artsy one, you might also want to share your skills and knowledge to those that are willing to learn. You can charge per lesson. And you don’t need much capital since you only a need a little art set that you already have if you have always been into creative stuff.So far, I have only these ideas that I can probably try. Coupled with will and determination, these could be your tips too in running your own home based business.