Personal Concierge and Errand Service

Busy professionals, working parents, older adults and people recovering from illness or surgery.

Hourly rate, a flat fee per task bundle, or a monthly retainer for a set number of hours. Many owners also charge mileage or a small fee for shopping.

• Reliable and well organized
• Good time and route planning
• Trustworthy with keys, cards and personal information
• Clear, friendly communication

• General liability insurance, and check whether your personal auto policy covers business driving
• Check with your city or county about a local business license
• Handling clients' money or cards: keep clear receipts and a written agreement on spending limits
• Check state rules before offering tasks like transporting passengers or pets, which may need extra insurance or licensing
• Mileage and vehicle costs can eat into profit, so price travel in

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $300 to $2,000, depending on your vehicle, insurance and how much you spend on marketing and supplies. Mileage and vehicle costs can eat into profit, so price travel into your rates.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $600 to $3,500, depending on how many clients you take on, your rates and how far you drive. Plan on at least about 8 hours a week to get started.

Check whether you need general liability insurance and whether your personal auto policy covers business driving. Ask your city or county about a local business license, and check state rules before transporting passengers or pets. Agree spending limits in writing when handling client money.