computer building and business?

Question

so you know me.. love computers and stuff...

anyways, i was thinking of making computers to sell. not an actual business, just a pastime with some benefits. like make a computer and sell it. problem is, i've been looking around for places to sell. i see a guy whose home built computer has been there for like months and hes got like 100% score. so ebays a bad option. craigs list? nah...

im not actually starting a business..kinda... its more like someone tells me what they want and i make a comp to sell to them. or i can make some comps and offer them around. any ideas?

Answer 1

If you don't want to do the eBay/craigslist thing, you should try word of mouth through personal acquaintances. Put the word out that you'll give people a good deal on a custom built computer. You may have better luck with older age groups who aren't so comfortable with computers, like maybe your parents' friends.

If you get this going, you can actually claim it as a business on your taxes and deduct your expenses.