Q: I’m interested in offering professional home-cleaning services to people in my local area. What licenses are needed to start a cleaning business, and how do I get them? A: Starting a cleaning ...

Starting a commercial cleaning business or a residential cleaning business is often an enticing opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs. However, amid the bustling market competition, a business owner ...

There are many reasons why people decide to take on a side hustle or even go into business for themselves. Some want to escape the 9-to-5 office culture. Others want to be their own boss and make ...

Editorial Note: We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. From household maid services to commercial cleaning—there’s a ...

Bryant Suellentrop left a steady sales job last summer to start a commercial cleaning business in a new state. The 24-year-old created a 6-step plan that helps his company book nearly $4,000 a month ...

Starling started Good Witch Cleaning with just a vacuum and $100 worth of supplies from a discount store. Within one year, she hired her first employee and managed impressive growth to about $500,000 ...

This as-told-to story is based on a conversation with Amber Starling, the founder and owner of Good Witch Cleaning. The piece has been edited for length and clarity. Image Credit: Courtesy of Good ...

Many online businesses are easy to start because they require low overhead and are simple to set up. The time commitment depends on how much money you want to earn. Insider compiled a list of the most ...