Guide to starting and running a home business
We’ve developed an online resource to make it easier for you to start or grow a home business in NSW. It provides information on requirements, where to go for support, and a helpful guide for getting started.
Home businesses are a vital part of NSW’s economy, and we want to make it easier for you to thrive.
The following information has been developed as part of the NSW Government's Easy to do Business initiative. It will also assist you with transitioning when your business outgrows your home.
- Amenity of the neighbourhood
- Benefits, challenges and looking after yourself
- Closing or selling your home business
- Getting Approval to run a home business
- Going to the next stage
- Help customers find your business
- Networking and support
- Quick reference guide for getting started
- Running a home business from your rental property
- Tax, insurance, finances and dispute resolution
- What is a home business?
More information
- Starting a home business fact sheet
- Home Business Survey Report 2019
- If you need help starting your business, you can access Service NSW's free business concierge service