Local saddlery shop for horse owners

Horse owners, pony club and equestrian club members, trainers, and casual riders in the surrounding area.

Margin on stock sold in store, plus fees for fitting, repairs and reflocking. Many shops also take second-hand saddles on consignment.

• Deep knowledge of horses and riding equipment
• Retail sales and stock control
• Basic repair skills or a repairer to partner with
• Building trust in a horse community

• Stock is a large upfront cost and can sit unsold, so start with fast-moving lines
• Read any retail lease carefully and check council zoning and signage rules
• Public liability, stock and theft insurance, and workers compensation once you hire staff
• Competition from online sellers on price, so lean on fitting and local advice
• ABN, and GST registration once you reach the turnover threshold

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $40,000 to $150,000, depending on your premises, fit-out and how much stock you buy. Stock is a large upfront cost and can sit unsold, so consider starting with fast-moving lines.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $10,000 to $45,000, depending on your location, stock range, local horse community and services such as fitting and repairs. The estimate assumes at least about 35 hours a week.

Check any retail lease carefully, along with council zoning and signage rules. Also check public liability, stock and theft insurance, workers compensation once you hire staff, and ABN and GST registration once you reach the turnover threshold.