by Sean Christian Smith Now that we are in a deep recession and with rising unemployment, this is a great time to start a home based business. Yes, if you choose smartly a home based business can allow you to thrive financially while still having the flexibility that will allow you to be there with your family. Here are the top 5 best home based businesses to start during a recession. 1. Make money taking online surveys. You’re never going to get rich from survey programs, but you can earn