Collectables market stall

Collectors, families and fans who browse in person and enjoy hunting for finds.

You sell items at a markup, and also buy or trade collections from visitors. Stall fees are your main running cost, so busy events matter.

• Friendly selling and haggling
• Knowledge of your niche
• Displaying stock attractively
• Handling cash and card payments

• Public liability insurance, which many markets and events require
• Stall fees and quiet days that can eat into profit
• Check licensing rules on selling licensed or branded merchandise, and avoid counterfeits
• Register for an ABN, and check when you need to register for GST
• Stock that is damaged by weather or handling, and theft at busy stalls
• Check whether any state or council trader permits apply

Startup costs are estimates, typically around $800 to $5,000, depending on your stock, display gear and how many events you book. Stall fees and quiet days can eat into profit, so check costs before you commit.

Monthly revenue is an estimate, typically around $400 to $3,500, depending on the events you attend, your stock and how often you trade. Revenue is not profit, so allow for stall fees and stock. Expect at least around 8 hours a week.

Check public liability insurance, which many markets and events require, and any state or council trader permits. Also check licensing rules on branded merchandise, avoid counterfeits, and check ABN and GST registration. Plan for weather damage and theft risks.