I've been thinking about renting some space at the local flea market to set up some arcade machines. Space rental is $30 for the weekend; includes Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 9-5pm ($120 a month, no utilities).
The space is 12' by 12', enough to fit about 10 standard upright machines.
Maybe less (6-8) depending on the cabinet types.
I have a Sega Top Skater machine which is a possibility for placement,
but will take up a lot of space. Also considering 2 pinball machines.
As for uprights I have a Superman and Rough Rangers ready for service.
Thinking about purchasing a change machine for $1 and $5 dollar bills,
maybe even get a gumball machine to set out..
If things went well, I would rent an additional space, but for now just the smaller space.
Looking for suggestions on operating and setup, and potential earnings to break even on space rental.
Not looking to get rich, but would like to break even (or better).
The flea market stays fairly busy, plenty of local and out of town visitors.
I have some experience from owning/operating a vending route for candy/snack/pop machines.
I appreciate any suggestions. I just bought a Small Business for Dummies book also. (lol)
The space is 12' by 12', enough to fit about 10 standard upright machines.
Maybe less (6-8) depending on the cabinet types.
I have a Sega Top Skater machine which is a possibility for placement,
but will take up a lot of space. Also considering 2 pinball machines.
As for uprights I have a Superman and Rough Rangers ready for service.
Thinking about purchasing a change machine for $1 and $5 dollar bills,
maybe even get a gumball machine to set out..
If things went well, I would rent an additional space, but for now just the smaller space.
Looking for suggestions on operating and setup, and potential earnings to break even on space rental.
Not looking to get rich, but would like to break even (or better).
The flea market stays fairly busy, plenty of local and out of town visitors.
I have some experience from owning/operating a vending route for candy/snack/pop machines.
I appreciate any suggestions. I just bought a Small Business for Dummies book also. (lol)
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