Factual Friday: Most Small Businesses Are Started with Less Than $10,000
The myth of needing a massive investment? Busted.
There’s this idea floating around that you need a huge amount of money to start a business. Shark Tank pitches, startup news, and Instagram hustle culture make it seem like if you don’t have $100K or a stack of investor cash, you’re not ready.
But here’s the real deal: Most small businesses in the U.S. are started with less than $10,000.
Some are started with just a laptop, a Wi-Fi connection, and a whole lot of grit.
That’s right—many of the businesses you know and love (maybe even yours) were bootstrapped from day one. No venture capital. No trust fund. Just smart budgeting, sweat equity, and the drive to make something happen.
It’s not about how much you spend—it’s how wisely you manage what you’ve got.
The challenge isn’t just starting lean—it’s staying organized and intentional with your money as you grow. Because whether you’re launching with $10K or $100K, if you don’t manage your finances well, it won’t last.
That’s why bookkeeping matters.
Tracking every dollar from day one helps you stay on top of your cash flow, know what you can reinvest, and avoid unpleasant surprises (like a big tax bill you weren’t ready for).
Here’s a quick tip:
Open a separate business bank account
Track all income and expenses from the start
Review your numbers monthly—even if you’re not making much yet
Get help EARLY (before things get messy)
Need help getting set up or staying on track?
Join the DBR Bookkeeping Community on Skool:
https://www.skool.com/dbr-bookkeeping-8561/about
Or schedule a free 30-minute consult with me here:
https://calendly.com/dbr_bookkeeping/30-minute-zoom-consultation-call
You don’t need a fortune to start—just a plan to manage what you have.
Let’s start Doing Business Right!