Then again, some entrepreneurs invest hundreds of thousands of dollars in a business venture and fail without knowing why. The amount of money with which you start your business is no guarantee of success, said Debra Esparza, director of USC's Business Expansion Network. Whether you have only a few dollars or a lot, you can drastically miscalculate the amount of capital needed to get the businesses started on solid ground. If they just do the part that gets the store open, then they don't have enough money to run it. Typical cost factors some fixed, some variable are listed below.
Equipment Be sure to compare the price of new and used equipment.
Don't forget to include basics such as desks, chairs and file cabinets. Obtain bids on the items you would consider purchasing. Three bids are generally enough to get a good idea. In a buyer's market, negotiate for delivery or installation. Fixtures Fixtures typically include items that are fastened in place but can be removed, such as signs, storage shelves, lighting, checkout counters, showcases, display counters, partitions and paneling.