Feng shui market stall

Market visitors, gift shoppers, wellness fans and people looking for a unique home or office piece.

Retail sales of stock bought at wholesale, plus stall-day sales of bundles and gift sets. Takings depend on which markets you trade at and how often.

• Friendly selling and conversation
• Displaying products attractively
• Handling cash and card payments
• Basic stock tracking

• Public liability insurance, which most markets require
• Stall fees, weather and slow days can make takings uneven, so check costs before committing
• Market rules and any council permits vary by council, so check with the organiser and your local council
• GST registration is required once turnover reaches the threshold
• Fragile stock needs safe packing for transport and display

Estimates suggest startup typically costs around $1,500 to $5,000, depending on your opening stock, stall setup and display gear, and the fees charged by the markets you choose.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $500 to $3,000, depending on how many markets you attend, your stock and the weather. Stall fees and slow days can make takings uneven.

Check public liability insurance, which most markets require, plus market rules and any council permits, which vary by council. Also check stall fees against likely takings, GST registration once you reach the threshold, and safe packing for fragile stock.