I Want to Start a Lawncare Business

Many kids rake and mow their families’ lawns as part of their chores. Some young people have turned the skills they have learned performing these outdoor tasks into profitable part-time businesses. Many homeowners need an extra set of hands to keep up with their landscaping needs. And they are willing to pay responsible individuals for these helpful services. Part of the You’re Hired! series, I Want to Start a Lawncare Business explores the skills and qualifications needed to start a landscaping company, as well as the best ways to find one’s first clients.

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