Me and my friend need a good idea how much to save each to start a cystral shop, any ideas? I was thinking to start 10k a piece and build from there… (the price is just for the cystrals) the store part we go covered
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Oh, I have no clue how much it would take to start a crystal shop 
I think the only person here who has a physical store (that I can remember) is @SilverBear – maybe she can give you an idea! I think it would also be good to look at wholesale websites and their prices. That might give you an idea of where to start, too.
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Just a few things - I have a 1200 Sq ft location. Total to open my doors cost me $21,000.
There are a lot of expenses to just open the door.
- You need to register the name of the business with your state - at least in New Hampshire you do.
- You need to have a fire inspection.
- You need to have working fire extinguishers and depending on the size of your space is how many you need - I needed two and they were $125 each - they are specific for commercial buildings to meet code.
- You need insurance.
- You need a point of sale system to track inventory and ring up any sales.
- You need display cases or shelving units to display the products.
- I would highly recommend also investing in security cameras.
Lots of little things too – like price tag stickers. Business cards. Decorations, welcome mat – not sure where you live but we have snow here so I have a big rubber rug at the front door. Website. Etc.
I have several wholesale accounts I’d be happy to share with you.
A little peek at my place 
Feel free to reach out to me. I’d be happy to offer advice and maybe you can learn from my pain LOL
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Yes please I would love wholesalers I will need them and I’m in IL
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