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You don't need much to start. But you do need to know what you need — because knowing your costs will reduce any financial anxiety. Vague dread is worse than a real number.

Physical / people costs

A space - could be a home studio or a shared space. Could include rent or lease costs.

Computer and display

Chair and desk

Power

Phone

Transport like bilr/car (registration, fuel)

Reliable internet / WIFI

Admin

ABN registration

Business name

Bank account

Accounting software

Studio management software like Streamtime (start as you want to proceed)

Professional indemnity insurance

Bank charges

Legal/Accounting/Consulting fees

Subscription fees

Parking fines

Marketing

Portfolio

Website build - don’t stress too much - one great project page beats ten average ones.

Email

Social presence 

Networking costs

Meals/travel

Branding/signage

Probono work

Hosting fees

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