Glassware market stall

Market shoppers, gift buyers, home decorators and people setting up a first home.

Direct sales at retail prices, with higher takings at busy markets and in the lead-up to Christmas, Mother's Day and wedding season. Bundles like sets of four or gift boxes help lift sales.

• Merchandising and stall display
• Friendly selling
• Handling cash and card payments
• Packing fragile items

• Public liability insurance, which many markets require before you trade
• Breakage while transporting and displaying stock, so plan for losses and safe wind and weather setup
• Stall fees and any council or market trading requirements, check with the organiser and your local council
• GST registration once your turnover reaches the threshold, check with the ATO
• Storage space for stock at home and a suitable vehicle

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $1,500 to $6,000, depending on stock, display gear and stall fees. Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $400 to $3,500, depending on how many markets you trade at and what you sell.

Check public liability insurance, which many markets require before you trade. Also check stall fees and any council or market trading requirements with the organiser and your local council, GST registration once turnover reaches the threshold (ask the ATO), and safe wind and weather setup.

Useful skills include merchandising and stall display, friendly selling, handling cash and card payments, and packing fragile items. Time is typically at least 8 hours a week. You will also need home storage space and a suitable vehicle.