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Trying to open a store...

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  • 03-25-2013, 12:16 AM
    Kodieh
    A home based business wouldn't be a bad thought. If I were to do something like you, I'd probably convert my garage into a store front of sorts, and keep a select amount of animals. Very few. The shops I frequent have signs posted about "We don't make our money on turning over live animals, we make it in food! Remember us when you need to feed your pet!". So, in all honesty, most places sell food. Dog food, cat food, bird feed, crickets, roaches, mice, and rats. Thats where the money is. And thats what will bring the customers. If you can beat petco, petsmart, or your next door neighbor on price and availability of food, then you'll get customers.

    Online is a MUST these days, and ignoring or neglecting it will hit you in the pocketbook before the mouth. :)
  • 06-11-2013, 01:34 PM
    Ssssseeing Lavender
    Re: Trying to open a store...
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    Originally Posted by Brad91 View Post
    The problem is, where do I start..? :confusd: I know location would be a big thing. Probably number one priority, but how do you get the money to open a store and have it fully stocked..? We really want to do this but we're not sure how to. Any help would be great. Thanks.

    I think your best bet would be to take a couple business courses at your local community college. You will not learn everything you need to know here on how to effectively, efficiently and legally run your business. I would suggest taking a business law course for sure. Doing business/shipping intrastate vs. interstate makes you vulnerable to different laws/regulations. Also, if you run a breeding facility out of your house, you DO need to pay taxes. If you occassionally sell a snake or two, it is no big deal. BUT the last thing you want is the IRS or Animal Services knocking down your door due to backed taxes or lack of proper certifications/licenses. You can also look at SBA.gov. This website has all the info you need.
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