Want to open fish store

[Micah00]

I know there are some users that own/operate lfs . I'm really bored with my job and there are no quality lfs in my area (basically Wal-Mart). The problem is I don't really know to begin. The main thing I'm wondering about is the display tanks. I figure I could use a few standard tanks for reef tanks , but I know I'll need a display system for fresh and salt water fish. Where can I find commercial display systems or would it be better to build them ? Any help on any level will be greatly appreciated.

 

[Anonymous]

Do a good business plan. A comprehensive business plan should work out all these details. By just doing a good business plan, you work them out on paper first - which is way cheaper.

 

[mr_X]

i see full store setups on ebay and craigslist every so often. you might wait for a sweet deal, and then if you still have the LFS bug, jump on it then, when initial cost is at it's lowest. :wink:

 

[Anonymous]

I'd ask this question in the Industry Forum if I were you. There are some very experienced people in there.

 

[Anonymous]

Before you even think of this, sit down and see how much money you have saved, and how much you could get as a business loan.

Then figure it will take a few months to start getting regulars. So add your living expenses in for that duration.

Then add 25% to this total figure.

Then decide if you really want to do it, and if there is enough business in that area to even support the overhead, AND turn a profit.