Whats are the definate costs?

[darrenwis]

Hi again everyone!


I probably haven't named this the best thread but i am eager to start getting answers for this question! And please ignore the grammar, just read it back while trying to make dinner at the same time. So i aplogise in advance! :) I am looking into starting my own e-commerce business (possibly dropshipping) but nothing is set in stone yet. I plan to start small and also start from home.

Obviously i am going to have my stock and website costs. However, i am just looking into what other costs do start-ups face? For example, legal? or registering with different authorites?

Please get back to me with any enlightment and i look forward to your trustworthy replies!

Thanks!
Darren

[boho]

Registering a Ltd company (if you go that route)
Registering with the Information Commission (for processing customer data/records) £35 a year
Set up costs for Payment Service Provider - dependent upon who you use can be £0-250
Business insurance
Logo design
Pay per click advertising
Obviously there are the day to day costs, telecomms, broadband, heating, lighting, stationery

[darrenwis]

Hi Boho!

Thanks for your reply, you've helped me in the past with the recommendation of internet-retailer, i havent signed up yet but thats my choice at present. Do you know much about dropshipping? Thats one of the routes im going to be looking into i think. Having limited capital for stock it would mean that i wouldn't have to buy it out right.

Darren

[boho]

Lol just replied to your other thread :)