OlArmy12 said:
I'm interested in owning a retail store on the coast focused on fishing apparel, perhaps starting my own line of clothing. I was previously interested in franchising but don't quite have the net worth to purchase into a successful brand. Anyone have advice or tips on start up costs and on how to proceed? I understand could be very risky, especially location and finding your customer base. I'd be interested in selling online as well in conjunction with physical location.
Thanks in advance!
Ever worked in a retail shop? Seriously. You handled waiting on customers, transactions, ordering, stocking shelves, pricing, done the books, collected/sent in sales taxes, etc. if not, take a job for at least a year doing it before you try it as an owner.