There are magazines, books, and online advertising promoting “the best” home based businesses. It is mind boggling to digest it all and too often we think “scam” when looking at these options. The best way to choose a home based business is to get to know someone who is already in involved and to use the products. This article will focus on the importance of the relationship side of home based businesses.Some of the most successful people who are making millions of dollars actually toured the plants and met the presidents of ten to twenty companies before making their final decision. The beginner doesn’t have to take it to that extreme, but will do well by forming a personal relationship with a business member who serves as a mentor. A duplicatable business system is ideal for working out of the home. The team member/mentor should be able to explain the process of duplication.The rule of thumb is to understand that people respond to people. The product is the reason to be in business but it is secondary to the seller’s knowledge, passion, and ability to communicate with rapport.Here is a simple check list to use when choosing a home based business:How comfortable are you with your potential team member who is working with you?Do you feel the potential team member just wants to sign you up or establish a long term relationship with you?Are your questions answered with enthusiasm or with irritation?Has the potential team member provided a summary of the duplicatable process or does it sound as if there is a complicated training system?Does your potential team member make time to talk to you?Before signing up with a company, it is important to feel comfortable with the people are who teaming up with you. The focus of most home based businesses is to be in business for yourself, but not by yourself. The actions of the group should prove beneficial for all involved.