Home cinema showroom

Households upgrading a living room or building a home theater, plus movie and sound enthusiasts who want to try before they buy.

Margin on equipment and accessories such as cables, mounts and remotes, plus paid delivery, setup and calibration services.

• Knowing TVs, audio and home theater gear
• Friendly, honest selling
• Managing stock and suppliers

• Check your city or county business license and your state's sales tax registration
• Some brands set minimum advertised prices and dealer requirements, so read the terms before signing
• Big online and chain retailers compete hard on price, so plan how you will stand out on advice and service
• Inventory ties up cash, so check financing terms and your return policy
• General liability insurance, and workers' compensation once you hire staff
• Check lease terms and whether the location suits a showroom (sound, space, parking)

Startup costs are typically around $30,000 to $150,000, depending on your premises, stock, demo equipment and fit-out. These are estimates. Inventory ties up cash, so check supplier financing terms and your return policy first.

Monthly revenue is typically around $10,000 to $50,000, depending on your location, brands, pricing and how well you compete on advice and service. These are estimates, and a showroom usually needs at least about 40 hours a week.

Check your city or county business license and state sales tax registration. Also read brand dealer terms, including minimum advertised prices, and check general liability insurance, workers' compensation once you hire, and lease terms for sound, space and parking.