I have been doing home business for 3 years now. Many times I have been asked by the students who come to my craft classes and clients interested to quit their daily job, how they could start a home business of their own. Many times these ladies are so into being a WAHM and have their own SOHO.
My answer would be you have to know what kind of person you actually are before you commit yourself to being a home business owner.
I found one article that kind of helpful for those starting out a home business. This is very important for those thinking and weighing the possibilities of quiting their daily job and start the business. I point this out because not all business will be successful and many times people feel upset and lose hope when their first attempt do not work out.
Check out this article: Starting a Home Business and do the checklist to find out whether you are cut for home business.
And if you are really into it, I wish you all the very best of luck in your foray to business world.