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Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by Whytelyon(m): 7:39am On Oct 18, 2016
Good morning fam,

I have a question that needs answering and not answers from kids and very childish people here (I understand how people could be childish but I need reasonable replies)
I run a software business, I do property listing as well, on nigeria property centre ( tho I just started) but these don't bring daily income as I want and I'm planning moving out and staying fully on my own (having my own freedom and peace of mind) but nigeria isn't funny considering the level of recession we seeing these days.
I'm planning on starting something, and I've been able to save up some good fund and I'm thinking what I can do with 500k - 700k in present day nigeria that can bring everyday income one can save up, while waiting for software and the property business. A friend recommended sales of Jean in Mandilas ( where he would do the marketing for me) some other one recommended agriculture (but says I have to wait for sometime) now I'm confused, the more time I spend, the more I waste money and I'm not keen on throwing cash round like it grows on trees.
I need sincere advise here. Not read and don't comment or comment like 12 year old children. Mature and useful advise is what I need here.
Thank you.
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by eph12(m): 8:53am On Oct 18, 2016
Not sure how to advise you on this but the fact is that if you don't know all you need to know about the business you will end up wasting money to learn new ways on how not to do things.
In summary brainstorm on what you can do or have knowledge of and find out more about it from those already in the business before you put your money into it.
If what you are looking for is immediate returns I doubt if you will get an answer.
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by Whytelyon(m): 9:32am On Oct 18, 2016
eph12:
Not sure how to advise you on this but the fact is that if you don't know all you need to know about the business you will end up wasting money to learn new ways on how not to do things.
In summary brainstorm on what you can do or have knowledge of and find out more about it from those already in the business before you put your money into it.
If what you are looking for is immediate returns I doubt if you will get an answer.

A friend be like owning a barber shop, a salon and I employ people and give a target of 10,000 weekly for each party. Not too sure of that, hence what you think? Barbershop ok?
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by kokertalented: 10:11am On Oct 18, 2016
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Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by ojoshu(m): 10:33am On Oct 18, 2016
hello my name is josh am a production manager and a filmaker i produce and direct movies if you can invest in filming you will see x2 of your money and you will be famous , xo the choice is yours . mail me if you are interested
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by Whytelyon(m): 11:06am On Oct 18, 2016
ojoshu:
hello my name is josh am a production manager and a filmaker i produce and direct movies if you can invest in filming you will see x2 of your money and you will be famous , xo the choice is yours . mail me if you are interested

Movie isn't a daily need. It's a good idea tho,probably next year I should think about it. Just need something I can rely on for daily income for now.
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by Ademat7(m): 11:14am On Oct 18, 2016
Whytelyon:
Good morning fam,

I have a question that needs answering and not answers from kids and very childish people here (I understand how people could be childish but I need reasonable replies)
I run a software business, I do property listing as well, on nigeria property centre ( tho I just started) but these don't bring daily income as I want and I'm planning moving out and staying fully on my own (having my own freedom and peace of mind) but nigeria isn't funny considering the level of recession we seeing these days.
I'm planning on starting something, and I've been able to save up some good fund and I'm thinking what I can do with 500k - 700k in present day nigeria that can bring everyday income one can save up, while waiting for software and the property business. A friend recommended sales of Jean in Mandilas ( where he would do the marketing for me) some other one recommended agriculture (but says I have to wait for sometime) now I'm confused, the more time I spend, the more I waste money and I'm not keen on throwing cash round like it grows on trees.
I need sincere advise here. Not read and don't comment or comment like 12 year old children. Mature and useful advise is what I need here.
Thank you.
what area do u have knowledge about? I mean ur field of specialisation.
if u think agric u will need to understudy a practising farmer to know d dynamics of farming.
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by eph12(m): 11:23am On Oct 18, 2016
Whytelyon:


A friend be like owning a barber shop, a salon and I employ people and give a target of 10,000 weekly for each party. Not too sure of that, hence what you think? Barbershop ok?
It's ok but if you not on ground to monitor things you can't guarantee your weekly income. It's difficult to get someone one can trust these days
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by nmreports: 11:24am On Oct 18, 2016
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Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by VampireeM(f): 12:19pm On Oct 18, 2016
Depending on your location.. You can start a mini manufacturing business ie Black Polyethene bags(nylon) Cutting into various sizes after the production..

You need just
- a shop/space ( can be done in a residential compound)

- upto 5 cutting machines depending on the amount of skilled hands you want to employ

- generator(big sumec wil do) cause phcn aint reliable

You will make not less than 15k daily depending on the efficiency of your workers and how fast you able to get customers. Its a lucrative business even though the raw materials/production is now expensive due to forex

I plan starting mine soon by God's grace when am through with my survey in my location before going into the main polyethene bags production/ printing etc

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Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by Whytelyon(m): 12:32pm On Oct 18, 2016
Ademat7:

what area do u have knowledge about? I mean ur field of specialisation.
if u think agric u will need to understudy a practising farmer to know d dynamics of farming.

Not a farmer. I'm a software guy, and I also do a bit of property listing on nigeria property center. So I don't know anything about agricultural practices.

eph12:

It's ok but if you not on ground to monitor things you can't guarantee your weekly income. It's difficult to get someone one can trust these days

You mean for the barbershop? I know putting people in business these days seem... hmm I don't know what to say. I just weak sha. sad
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by Whytelyon(m): 12:34pm On Oct 18, 2016
VampireeM:
Depending on your location.. You can start a mini manufacturing business ie Polyethene bags(nylon) Cutting into various sizes after the production..

You need just
- a shop/space ( can be done in a residential compound)

- upto 5 cutting machines depending on the amount of skilled hands you want to employ

- generator(big sumec wil do) cause phcn aint reliable

You will make not less than 15k daily depending on the efficiency of your workers and how fast you able to get customers. Its a lucrative business even though the raw materials/production is now expensive due to forex

I plan starting mine soon by God's grace when am through with my survey in my location before going into the main polyethene bags production/ printing etc

That's a good one. But how much to start?
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by VampireeM(f): 12:53pm On Oct 18, 2016
Whytelyon:


That's a good one. But how much to start?



No specific amount. It depends on location and how small or big you want to start.
The machines went for 15k each in 2015 in Anambra, dunnnoo for now.


If you interested in the business you can enquire around your location those that are into the business already so they can tell you more.
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by Whytelyon(m): 4:59pm On Oct 18, 2016
VampireeM:




No specific amount. It depends on location and how small or big you want to start.
The machines went for 15k each in 2015 in Anambra, dunnnoo for now.


If you interested in the business you can enquire around your location those that are into the business already so they can tell you more.

How nice. And positively most of these businesses require things like this to carry load. Hmmm that's a good one too..
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by Gwan2(m): 5:36pm On Oct 18, 2016
VampireeM:
Depending on your location.. You can start a mini manufacturing business ie Black Polyethene bags(nylon) Cutting into various sizes after the production..

You need just
- a shop/space ( can be done in a residential compound)

- upto 5 cutting machines depending on the amount of skilled hands you want to employ

- generator(big sumec wil do) cause phcn aint reliable

You will make not less than 15k daily depending on the efficiency of your workers and how fast you able to get customers. Its a lucrative business even though the raw materials/production is now expensive due to forex

I plan starting mine soon by God's grace when am through with my survey in my location before going into the main polyethene bags production/ printing etc

Anything involving importation of raw material for a starter is a no-no for now, except you are mentored by a business mogul in that particular field.
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by VampireeM(f): 5:47pm On Oct 18, 2016
Gwan2:


Anything involving importation of raw material for a starter is a no-no for now, except you are mentored by a business mogul in that particular field.


He doesnt need to import anything at all.. He just need to get customers ie those into the polyethene selling business. They supply the blown polyethene rolls to him and he cuts it for them within the size range the customers wants and package it for final delivery to consumers.

I mentioned the forex ish cause raw material itself is now expensive, thereby making the processing too expensive which made some people not having generators to pull out of business due to not meeting demand. The only challenge with the business is Electricity and then mechanical faults with machines which is normal in production business
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by VampireeM(f): 6:00pm On Oct 18, 2016
Whytelyon:


How nice. And positively most of these businesses require things like this to carry load. Hmmm that's a good one too..

lol..
You can start recycling business too..

maybe importexpert would give you suggestions since he is experienced in business stuffs
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by Whytelyon(m): 7:01pm On Oct 18, 2016
VampireeM:


lol..
You can start recycling business too..

maybe importexpert would give you suggestions since he is experienced in business stuffs

That first one you gave made sense. Manufacturers make a lot of money you know. Only what can you manufacture, and what capital you need to start the manufacturing whatever
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by BiafraBushBoy(m): 9:51am On Oct 20, 2016
I will advice you to use the money to buy a a mini bus and start driving BY YOURSELF!!

Do it for 6 months, and you will get the money back, you can now invest into production or any other venture like those advice up there...

I am talking from personal experience...

Ask me how...

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Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by Sirmuel1(m): 10:34am On Oct 20, 2016
Scammers go rush enter this thread now cheesy
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by Whytelyon(m): 11:52am On Oct 20, 2016
BiafraBushBoy:
I will advice you to use the money to buy a a mini bus and start driving BY YOURSELF!!

Do it for 6 months, and you will get the money back, you can now invest into production or any other venture like those advice up there...

I am talking from personal experience...

Ask me how...

Hi,

Positively you didn't read what I said initially, I have a software business I run, www.emsoft.com.ng is my business website. I also have a property listing website as an agent I run here on nigeria property center. Now I been able to gather some money from several business transactions and I want to have a third means of income as these two don't bring money daily.

Suppose I start the driving, when would I have time to provide solutions to companies or update the ones I have, or if I'm called to view a property, how do I go about it? I understand you tho,but being realistic here, Nwanne odiro possible. That's why am asking what I can invest 500k into and put someone who can watch over for me while am away or running other transactions.
You get my question now?

Sirmuel1:
Scammers go rush enter this thread now cheesy

Hmm, really, aren't you one of them. Besides I warned that 12 year old replies like these are not needed, positive you have seen the answers these fellows are bringing here.

For the scammers, let them come.
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by BiafraBushBoy(m): 12:23pm On Oct 20, 2016
Whytelyon:


Hi,

Positively you didn't read what I said initially, I have a software business I run, www.emsoft.com.ng is my business website. I also have a property listing website as an agent I run here on nigeria property center. Now I been able to gather some money from several business transactions and I want to have a third means of income as these two don't bring money daily.

Suppose I start the driving, when would I have time to provide solutions to companies or update the ones I have, or if I'm called to view a property, how do I go about it? I understand you tho,but being realistic here, Nwanne odiro possible. That's why am asking what I can invest 500k into and put someone who can watch over for me while am away or running other transactions.
You get my question now?



Hmm, really, aren't you one of them. Besides I warned that 12 year old replies like these are not needed, positive you have seen the answers these fellows are bringing here.

For the scammers, let them come.

Nice point you have made.. but let me ask you, investing such an amount into something you cannot have control over is the same as taking a major gamble. So it is even better you follow them and do their MMM...

But if you need to build an investment, you must be actively involved else someone will rip you off...

You have to way up ideas even if it means doing part-time.

Because I know that a bus delivers nothing less than 3500 daily and up to 5k, 6k...

So tell me, which do you choose??
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by Dexterouskay: 12:51pm On Oct 20, 2016
Good day bro, I believe you are a business man and a great investor in the making, You have money tied down but you want it to grow side by side while you continue your Business, I will suggest you to seek for growing and viable business(es) you can invest in, but do not put in all ur eggs in one basket.
I am into yearbook production for students of institutions of learning and plans are on to start my excursion biz.. . With these kinds of biz, u cant make daily income but one makes sure net profit.
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by Sirmuel1(m): 1:46pm On Oct 20, 2016
Whytelyon:




Hmm, really, aren't you one of them .



What do you mean?


Anyway, try to invest in Transportation or Agriculture (Plantain or fish farming)
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by Whytelyon(m): 5:09pm On Oct 20, 2016
BiafraBushBoy:


Nice point you have made.. but let me ask you, investing such an amount into something you cannot have control over is the same as taking a major gamble. So it is even better you follow them and do their MMM...

But if you need to build an investment, you must be actively involved else someone will rip you off...

You have to way up ideas even if it means doing part-time.

Because I know that a bus delivers nothing less than 3500 daily and up to 5k, 6k...

So tell me, which do you choose??

You not understanding me. Good point you made, I have to be there, but think l made you get something, else u asking me to quit my software business which I gave u it's background.

What about owning a grocery.
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by shapman: 7:24pm On Oct 20, 2016
Since you are IT inclined, work towards Xmas season branding for big companies. Graphic and logo designs, social network branding packages too. Set up a website, get targeted companies, come up with exciting packages... mind you, it's gonna be a competitive market soon.

lemme give you a scenario, I worked in ceci mega plaza akure last year, some guys came with selfie sticks branded with the plaza logo so that the plaza can include it in their hampers and am sure they did same for other plazas. Their contact and brand name was embedded on the sticks so as to create a sort of awareness.

I beleive you get what am trying to point out.




You can also invest the money in local rice prior to December. trust me there will be demands for local rice during that time.

I wish you best of luck in your endeavours.
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by Ademat7(m): 10:04pm On Oct 20, 2016
Whytelyon:


You not understanding me. Good point you made, I have to be there, but think l made you get something, else u asking me to quit my software business which I gave u it's background.

What about owning a grocery.
Agric is ur best option
Crop
Livestock
Cashcrop
Snails
Check your contacts for agric inclined (experience n honest one) u can look back to ur village too.
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Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by emmyojo22(m): 5:49pm On Oct 21, 2016
I would advise you venture into sports betting. I mean owning a bet shop where people come to play. If you decide to register with bet9ja for instance, you are guaranteed 12% of your sales. Depending on your location you might not spend up to 300000 for both renting of shop and other processing
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by Whytelyon(m): 6:31pm On Oct 21, 2016
emmyojo22:
I would advise you venture into sports betting. I mean owning a bet shop where people come to play. If you decide to register with bet9ja for instance, you are guaranteed 12% of your sales. Depending on your location you might not spend up to 300000 for both renting of shop and other processing

Some folks advised on this too, but daily income guaranteed?
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by y4code(m): 2:36pm On Oct 22, 2016
think abt diz, if you can get a shop in an institution and do computer business center with online registration and ur software its a hotcake you shouldnt spend more than 300k on diz.
my 2cent.
Re: Starting Out Small Business With 500k Need Advise by Bensmart04(m): 9:52pm On Oct 22, 2016
Look for a good location and establish computer training institute run alongside with business centre/cafe.. Pretty sure you will be making 80-90k weekly if you are a good manager. Wish you good luck for your quest to becoming man.

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