Jerry J., in my opinion, now would be a good time to START getting into business. What I mean by that is to start researching the business, get training, set up your business model, accounting, marketing, etc.
BUT as others have said, it is a terrible time to BE in business and rely on it for income, and I am in one of the best areas of the country for real estate sales and values.
There is much to do BEFORE your first paying customer and in normal times about 3 years is the oft quoted time to begin turning a profit.

BTW, there is no better place to start learning than right here on this board.
Good Luck.

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Jim Luttrall
Mr. Inspector.net, Inc.
Allen, Texas 75002