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Vending Machine Business

Buy and place vending machines in high-traffic locations. Earn €200-800/month per machine.

Startup Cost

€3,000

Potential Earnings

€200–800

per monthly

Time Commitment

part-time

Popularity

66/100

🇮🇪 Irish Context

Irish vending operators with 5-10 machines earning €2k-5k/month

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Purchase vending machine (€2000-3000)

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2

Secure high-traffic location (gym, office, school)

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3

Stock with snacks/drinks

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4

Visit weekly to restock and collect cash

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5

Earn €200-500/month per machine after costs

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Pros

Passive income
Cash business
Scalable to multiple machines
Predictable revenue

Cons

High upfront cost
Restocking time
Machine maintenance
Location dependent

Tags

#vending#passive#business#offline

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