Business At A Glance
Startup Costs: Under $2,000
Home Based: Can be operated from home.
Part Time: Can be operated part-time.
Online Operation? No
Business Overview
Starting a part-time, home based businessthat designs, manufactures and markets magazine racks is not only aneasy business to get rolling, it can also be set in motion for lessthan a $1,000 initial investment.
The key requirements to make thisbusiness successful are to have a workshop and tools available, as wellas basic woodworking and construction experience. Once the magazineracks are completed, they can be sold to retailers on a wholesale basisor directly to consumers via craft and trade shows. Be sure that thedesigns and construction materials used in the magazine racks areunique. Consider using recycled materials, as this will not only savemoney on material costs, but it can also be used as a terrificenvironmentally-friendly marketing tool.
