Safe and vault showroom

Homeowners, gun owners, small business owners, jewelers, and offices that want to protect cash, documents and valuables.

Margin on each safe sold, plus fees for delivery, bolt-down installation, combination changes and accessories like dehumidifiers and locks.

• Sales and customer service
• Comfortable with heavy lifting and safe moving techniques
• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Inventory and cash flow management

• Check your city or county business license and your state's sales tax registration
• Some states license locksmiths, so check your state board before offering key cutting, rekeying or safe opening
• General liability insurance, plus workers' compensation once you hire; moving heavy safes carries injury and property damage risk
• Check the fire and burglary ratings (such as UL listings) before you make claims to customers
• Check the floor load limits and access of your premises before you display heavy safes
• Inventory ties up cash, so start with a few fast-selling models

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $25,000 to $100,000, depending on premises, stock and setup. Inventory ties up cash, so consider starting with a few fast-selling models.

Check your city or county business license and your state's sales tax registration. Some states license locksmiths, so check your state board before offering key cutting, rekeying or safe opening. Also check your premises' floor load limits and insurance.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated around $8,000 to $40,000, depending on the models you stock, your location and your sales. That is revenue, not profit. Expect at least about 35 hours a week.