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Some of the best investments available happen to be in small companies that are up and coming. The problem is that most people don’t here of them until they have arrived, which, of course is after the major growth opportunity has passed you by. For the these companies the business investment (see also money investment) is small and the potential for return is high, often very high. In fact, it is not unreasonable to expect 40% to 45% growth annually. In order to save you a great deal of time we have ferreted out some of the best small companies operating today. So if you’re looking for business investment opportunity in small business get out your pad and pencil because you are about to see some of the best (read more about invest money).

One of the big picks is Arthocare, an orthopedic company specializing in bones and joints and supplies medical equipment that assists an aging population with mobility and dexterity. Arthocare carries a patent on coblation technology. A procedure which removes only the tissue needed during hip, knee and shoulder surgery and allows the doctor to repair damage permitting quicker recoveries. Medical schools are now teaching the procedure and hospitals who adopt the procedure are locked in as steady customers since 90% of the equipment used is disposable. Arthocare boasts a 51% growth in earnings per share over the past three years and the outlook for future growth is bright.

Bright Horizons Family Solutions operates workplace nursery and daycare facilities for corporate clients such as Microsoft and Motorola. Bright Horizons has no debt and a bright future.

Century Casinos was founded in 1994 and has experienced 27% annual growth ever since. Century owns a substantial share of profitable casino operation in South Africa and Poland and is positioned strongly in a growing market of gamblers.

FactSet Research Systems supplies financial data and analysis to money managers, analysts and financial journalists. Their customer service is excellent their data services are easy to use and their customers are happy.

Hansen Natural is taking the beverage industry by storm with Monster Energy Drink and Java Monster; its’ new coffee drink that reportedly has half the caffeine and twice the energizing punch of regular java.

PetMed Express specializes in discounted medications for our 160 million cats and dogs. In addition to pet meds you can also get all sorts of pet supplies such as leashes collars, bowls, treats and toys. PetMed Express owns only 5% of a 3 billion dollar industry so there is plenty of room for growth.

Louisiana based LHC specializes in hospice and recovery-at-home care for the elderly primarily in the south. With the baby boomers entering retirement and an aging population LHC’s future is bright indeed. There are currently 38 million people over the age of 65 many of whom will be in need of the services LHC provides.

The potential for growth in small business investment opportunities is enormous, and can be fun if you’re willing to dig for some of the jewels, do a little research and above all—ACT.