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The Most Expensive Side Hustle I Tried: My Amazon FBA 1st Month Experience
If you’re looking for a side hustle, Amazon FBA is likely one you’ve heard of. But be warned — it can be one of the most expensive side hustles you’ll ever try. In this post, I’ll share my first month results, from sales to expenses, and break down whether it’s worth the investment. While I cover a lot of details, if you just want to know the numbers, feel free to skip to the end. But if you want the full picture, stick around for insights on everything from course costs to logistics.
What is Amazon FBA?
Amazon FBA stands for “Fulfilled by Amazon,” which is essentially a program where Amazon stores, packs, and ships products on your behalf. There are several ways to make money with Amazon, including retail arbitrage, wholesaling, and drop shipping. However, I went with the private label route — this means I found a manufacturer in China, put my brand on the product, shipped it to Amazon’s warehouses, and let Amazon handle the rest.
