Start a Store

Everything you need to go from idea to first sale: platforms, costs, legal basics and launch checklists.

Dropshipping vs inventory compared with worked profit examples, cash needs and risks, plus a simple way to test a product before you buy stock.

Start a Store · 8 min read

Etsy vs Shopify compared with worked fees per order at five sales levels, plus a clear recommendation by seller type, including when to run both.

Start a Store · 8 min read

How much does it cost to start an online store? See real platform prices, three worked budgets and what you can skip, from about $700 to $1,800.

Start a Store · 7 min read

Learn how to start an online store from scratch, from choosing a product and platform to setting up payments, shipping and your first sale.

Start a Store · 8 min read

Shopify vs WooCommerce compared on real monthly costs, fees and workload, with worked examples and a clear recommendation for small online sellers.