In order to start a home based business with the least amount of start-up capital, you may want to consider Affiliate Marketing.

Affiliate Marketing is essentially like being a sales rep for someone else, selling their products in exchange for a commission. The typical commission paid per sale is between 30% and 70%.

Practically anyone can start an affiliate marketing business with little or no experience. The following outlines why it has become so popular.

1. There is no need to create your own product. You will be paid commissions for marketing and selling someone else’s products.

2. You will not be required to purchase, stock, or ship products. By using your affiliate link, you will direct customers directly to the merchant’s website. You’ll also never have to worry with customer payments or product delivery issues.

3. You do not have to create a website or sales page, which could cost you a lot of money. If you happen to own a website, simply add your affiliate information to it. If you do not have one, no worries, you can still make money simply by promoting your affiliate link. You may want to consider writing articles that include your affiliate link. Then when people click on your link, they’ll be taken to your sales page and could become a customer.

4. There is no need to purchase domains or hosting. Most beginning online marketers are trying to control costs. With affiliate marketing, it is not necessary to own your own website for marketing your affiliate products. It is sometimes helpful to have one for that reason, but it is not necessary in order to start earning money.

5. Never have to deal with refund requests. As an affiliate, you earn commission for selling the products and even though there will probably be refunds, you will never have to deal with that. It is the product owner’s responsibility to handle refund requests.

6. You are free to pick and choose the products you want to sell. With so many products to choose from, you are able to pick those products that are „hot“ and in demand. You can also choose products that match your interests or website theme.

So you can now see why so many people choose affiliate marketing as a way to earn money online. No matter your level of experience, you can do it and be successful!