Risk: High

Starting as a catalog broker from scratch can be risky, especially for those unable to afford losses. Potential losses include money invested in printing catalogs, time spent on distribution, energy in promoting, and confidence if results are not as expected. Beginners often spend money on catalogs but may struggle to recoup the costs due to limited experience in marketing and sales. There are startup costs for printing catalogs that might not pay off if the target audience isn't reached effectively. Online discussions highlight instances of failed catalog distribution leading to financial losses. I'd rate the risk a 1 out of 3 because there is a high chance of losing money, especially for inexperienced individuals.