Startup cost: $50 - $1k

Low-end estimate: This budget covers essential costs like a basic website or platform subscription (e.g., Etsy, Gumroad), minimal marketing (social media), and basic design tools (Canva free version). It assumes using free resources and organic reach for promotion. High-end estimate: This includes a professional website setup, premium design tools (Adobe Creative Cloud), paid advertising (Google Ads, Facebook Ads), inventory for physical guides (if applicable), and professional branding services. It also covers potential hidden costs like transaction fees, domain registration, and higher-tier platform subscriptions. Online communities often mention that while starting costs can be low, expenses can increase as you scale or seek higher quality tools and services.