Parents who have lost their jobs are looking for ways to work from home. Possibly the best home based business to start is mailing greeting cards and sending them via email to companies. Greetings cards are still popular, even if the recipient gets the card in their computerized mailbox. The startup costs are minimal, and the rewards are great with a home based business. You can work from the comfort of your own home without having to pay a babysitter to watch your children. Cards can be sent for birthdays, holidays, and other special events so the business will always be there. Get started today with your home based business.