with a couple of grand you have many options for starting a home based business or other small businesses... think of what interest you if you could do anything and be your own boss what would you do... entrepreneur.com has many ideas for businesses to help you get started go check it out... good luck
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something will low overhead cost. something out of your home.provide consulting of some kind. medical staffing companycleaning company - commercial or residential
Online business is the best.