Starting a Photo Business? Day 1 Financial Headaches You Need To Avoid

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  • @jbivphotography
    @jbivphotography ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Tip number 2 is HANDS DOWN one of the biggest and honestly one of the reason a bunch of photographers out here aren't making money. Spending money on new gear everytime something drops is not the way. Buy the thing, buy it used, let it make money for you, run it in the ground and then upgrade again. Great tips!

    • @zachhendrix01
      @zachhendrix01 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      66😅 5c😅5c😅😅

  • @judeemclaughlin7394
    @judeemclaughlin7394 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    As someone who has a business background (dual degrees in business management & accounting), your tips are always spot on. Also, always hire an expert for taxes because the rules change almost every year.
    Also, that town looks awesome. I've been doing some nostalgic/kitchy towns (old diners/gas stations/motels) for my dad. I would love to see a video on how you find new places to shoot

    • @RanftEvan
      @RanftEvan  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Im going to go back in the sprint when that nostalgia hits a little more. One trick I use is google earth! ill look up a town and do the street view to see if there's anything interesting!

  • @bankyankerdude
    @bankyankerdude ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You nailed that fall!😂 I felt that in my elbows!

  • @TheArtofKAS
    @TheArtofKAS ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome tips Evan. Feels good knowing a lot of people on the right track following pieces of advice like this. Especially in regards to taxes and anything involving the IRS in general. Adding this one to the money playlist👏🏿👏🏿

  • @adventuresofjandk
    @adventuresofjandk ปีที่แล้ว

    Great stuff as always

  • @JHawk
    @JHawk ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video bro! Loved the tips

  • @JArmandoCastaneda
    @JArmandoCastaneda ปีที่แล้ว

    An excellent explanation of the basics in starting a photo business.

  • @thepascalgermain
    @thepascalgermain ปีที่แล้ว

    Appreciate the advices and the great content Evan. You are inspiring, thanks for that !

    • @RanftEvan
      @RanftEvan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thanks for watching!

  • @CarlosVS
    @CarlosVS 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Definitely taking that first tip to heart.

  • @TonyVsEarth
    @TonyVsEarth ปีที่แล้ว

    I like it just for that intro Evan! 👏

  • @ericlopezmiami
    @ericlopezmiami ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the content, Evan! Also, nice fall clip during the sponsor shout! 🤣

    • @RanftEvan
      @RanftEvan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      haha wanted to keep it fun!

  • @alpabopo
    @alpabopo ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video for startups. I like the new editing form. Man, what about that fall? lol. Keep it up with the good stuff.

    • @RanftEvan
      @RanftEvan  ปีที่แล้ว

      haha need to pay attention to the ice caution sign!

  • @PetrThaGr8
    @PetrThaGr8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved that shot coming out of the car around 1:20, not sold on the info but in 10 minutes I may, Thank you for the video!

    • @PetrThaGr8
      @PetrThaGr8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah that tax driving thing made my day thanks bro!

    • @RanftEvan
      @RanftEvan  ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks for watching!

  • @richryanphotography
    @richryanphotography 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Adorama is also great for used gear!!! Great video man. Im a subscriber now!!

  • @Fotossbyanni
    @Fotossbyanni ปีที่แล้ว

    You inspired me to star doing vlogs and love your videos 😎

    • @RanftEvan
      @RanftEvan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      aye that's awesome!

  • @rubelena
    @rubelena ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So glad I watched this today. I was actually shopping ebay for a lens when I heard the tip about B&H and KEH. I found a great deal with KEH and got 5% for signing up. I know I bought at least one Sony from them in the past.
    Evan, thank you for all the advice and insight over the years. Your channel has been a big help to me.

    • @RanftEvan
      @RanftEvan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You’re welcome! And hyped that you got a deal that’s awesome!

    • @rubelena
      @rubelena ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RanftEvan yes! just in time for an album release party :)

  • @mattsmoltz9117
    @mattsmoltz9117 ปีที่แล้ว

    What’s up Evan! A place to check out is Old Car City! It’s a little North East of the state! I live north of the city and I love going to Old Car City! Amazing photo spot!

  • @srb2834
    @srb2834 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Dawsonville is a famous place in the “Nascar” world. Home of racing great Bill Elliot and his son (current driver) Chase Elliot. - The pool hall there is famous for playing it’s siren when an Elliot wins a race.

    • @RanftEvan
      @RanftEvan  ปีที่แล้ว

      is the pool hall a cool place for photos? Maybe I need to go back!

    • @srb2834
      @srb2834 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RanftEvan honestly, I have no idea! I just know about the area as a race fan.

  • @lesegoseshabela8227
    @lesegoseshabela8227 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Shout out FROM South Africa

  • @TheKingsBudget
    @TheKingsBudget 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Honestly in the winter I feel like forever shooting b&w. Being that everything is already white. It just seems b&w I love shooting in the winter

  • @nikpixnyc
    @nikpixnyc ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hye Evan, this was a super informative video, thank you for putting this together! I will say though, as just a small little note I'd love to pass along- I recently became a full time freelancer and while your channel provides a ton of information regarding the business side of things, I do miss some of the more "creative" focused videos of yours. I get that you are super busy/burnt out/etc but would love to see more editing tutorials come back to the channel, and maybe focus on some tips for exploring new creative ideas while in a rut. Thanks for all the content! Just a little feedback from a longtime viewer.

    • @RanftEvan
      @RanftEvan  ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I appreciate the feedback. Honestly im doing the best I can to make everyone happy. Videos like this is what has been growing the channel the last year.. and sadly every time I post something very creative specific the video falls flat. I really enjoy doing this but I don't enjoy just running my head into a wall over and over. That's why I try to incorporate photography and creativity into a video like this. To hopefully check all the boxes for the audience.

  • @thorsrensen3162
    @thorsrensen3162 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It just feels like the photo business is collapsing, no one will pay for quality photos when they can get a quick mobile snap for nothing.

  • @DaleEzell
    @DaleEzell 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    yooo be carful out there man... slippery when wet! so glad u added that clip in.

  • @santiagodequillota
    @santiagodequillota ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What good intro haha

  • @CreativeRyan
    @CreativeRyan ปีที่แล้ว

    Back outside!! 🎉 lets get a photo walk in

  • @nzn1565
    @nzn1565 ปีที่แล้ว

    Taxes are crazy in the US. Small and sole traders have it so easy on taxes where I’m from

  • @TommyTadeo
    @TommyTadeo ปีที่แล้ว

    If you already signed up for the Modern Creative Money, can we still access it after Jan 20th?

    • @RanftEvan
      @RanftEvan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah. Current students maintain access and get the updates when they’re live

  • @DaneMartin2788
    @DaneMartin2788 ปีที่แล้ว

    the wipeout got me

    • @restore_official33
      @restore_official33 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello, let's talk....I've got something for you 🎁

  • @kevvy22
    @kevvy22 ปีที่แล้ว

    What coffee machine is that in your intro

  • @fat_ninja_status
    @fat_ninja_status ปีที่แล้ว

    For taxes since most of my 1099 income comes through PayPal invoices I use their savings account to save my tax money on. It's earning 3.75% apy right now.
    As far as business I'm getting a new credit card every 15 months that give me free apr periods. Purchase everything for work on that card and pay it off as I go and can. Already have the money in savings to cover my card loans so just being smart and saving earning then playing the game.

  • @toni.rovinj
    @toni.rovinj ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the camera only (body) is worth 6 grand ? i'm fine with my Z5...

    • @RanftEvan
      @RanftEvan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Its made me a lot more then 6K profits though, that's why I used it as an example

  • @betaofficial8375
    @betaofficial8375 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is it okay to get a loan for acquiring gears for photo + videography business ?

    • @RanftEvan
      @RanftEvan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ehhhh I wouldn't suggest it because i'm against debt like that. I think its better to build slowly and make sure you have the clients/business needed to support all the gear. and re-invest as that grows.

  • @AngelMartinez-tt1hc
    @AngelMartinez-tt1hc ปีที่แล้ว

    Is the 50% off price $85 or do we need a coupon code?

  • @golocc16
    @golocc16 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    that 7:58 brought to you by.... CUTS

    • @RanftEvan
      @RanftEvan  ปีที่แล้ว

      lol that fall wasn't great

  • @salduaij
    @salduaij ปีที่แล้ว

    Buy a Rolex as a prop for the studio 🤪 5:16

    • @RanftEvan
      @RanftEvan  ปีที่แล้ว

      I like the way you think 😈

  • @siypic
    @siypic 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Marketing of your product???????

  • @NathanPaterson_2
    @NathanPaterson_2 ปีที่แล้ว

    bro, you ok? 7:59

  • @ashley5130
    @ashley5130 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    why Is he shooting a video holding a camera while driving and looking at the camera instead of the road. this is how people get hurt

  • @saveangelsmind
    @saveangelsmind ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good ass video very informative business wise thank you would like to know more🫐