Used jet ski sales from home

Leisure riders, first-time buyers who want a cheaper used craft, and people upgrading from an older model.

You earn the margin between what you pay for a craft and what you sell it for, plus extras such as trailers, covers and safety kit.

• Knowing jet skis and how to spot problems
• Negotiating and selling
• Honest, clear communication with buyers

• Check ownership papers and for outstanding finance or theft before buying any craft
• Selling to consumers as a business brings Consumer Rights Act duties, so check what you must tell buyers and what warranty you offer
• Check how VAT works on used goods, including any margin scheme, and when you must register
• Stock insurance for theft and damage, plus public liability
• Check whether storing stock at home needs permission from your landlord, lender or council
• A float tied up in unsold stock, especially outside the summer season

Startup costs are estimated at typically around £3,000 to £15,000, depending on how many craft you buy, your storage and your insurance. Remember a float tied up in unsold stock, especially outside the summer season.

Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around £2,000 to £10,000, depending on how many craft you sell, their value and the season. These figures are estimates, not guarantees.

Check ownership papers and for outstanding finance or theft before buying. Check your Consumer Rights Act duties and any warranty you offer, how VAT works on used goods, and stock and public liability insurance.