Make sure that you answer your business telephone calls in a professional manner. If possible, place your phone in an area free from noise from children, pets, TV and stereo. Back to the Top Step 19. However, a postal box as an address has its own advantages and disadvantages. While it can protect your privacy concerns as well as to prevent customers from dropping by at all hours, many people are also suspicious of businesses with post office box addresses.
Some states even require a business to have a street address.
An alternative is to use a mailbox service, where your address is the address of their locations plus a suite number that is actually your mailbox number. While looking into box rental, ask for information on the various postal rates, particularly bulk rate, if you plan to do large or specialized mailings. Back to the Top Step 20. Another critical consideration for the home-based business owner is property and liability insurance. Check with your homeowners insurance agent about a rider for your existing policy or the need for a separate business policy.