Not all startups require a lot of capital to launch. These small-business ideas come with minimal startup costs.

There’s never been a more popular time to start a business. Over the past five years, more than five million new business applications have been filed per year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Britney Porter offers strategies and insights for achieving success. Starting a small business can be an exciting journey, and ...