About Startup Costs
The startup costs provided in this database include an approximate financial investment that will be needed to start the business. This is generalized information and should only be used as a yardstick to determine business startup costs. Your investment will vary based on factors such as equipment, transportation, licensing and permits, operating location, working capital and initial marketing and advertising budgets. Remember a successful entrepreneur is one who carefully researches and plans every aspect of a new business venture, including the financial investment needed to start a business and the working capital required to achieve positive cash flow.
Business At A Glance
Educational Toys
Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000
About
Home Based: Can be operated from home.
Part Time: Can be operated part-time.
Franchises Available? Yes
Online Operation? No
Help kids learn with educational but fun toys.
Business Overview
Traditional educational toys and games for children will always be popular and in demand. You can design and develop the toys and games yourself or act as an agent for manufacturers. Both methods can be a very profitable way to earn an income. There are various approaches to marketing educational toys and games including the internet, mail order, home parties, flea markets, and sales to specialty retailers on a wholesale basis.
The Market
Your ultimate customers are parents, grandparents and anyone who is buying a toy for a child.
Related Articles
Still Playing With Toys?
Your interest in the toy industry survived the recession. Now how do you make the most of the recovery?
It's Child's Play
How many piggy banks do you have to break to make a $300 billion kids' market?
Related Franchises
Woodcraft Franchise LLC
Woodworking products and services