Location StrategyJanuary 14, 2026·9 min read
Not all locations are created equal. We've analyzed thousands of placement reports to rank the top 27 location types by revenue potential, competition density, and ease of entry.
Read article →Getting StartedJanuary 21, 2026·10 min read
Finding your first — or next — vending location doesn't have to be guesswork. This step-by-step guide covers prospecting, pitching, and evaluating placements before you commit.
Read article →Revenue & FinanceFebruary 3, 2026·7 min read
Manufacturers quote dream numbers. Reality is messier. Here's what our analysis of real location data shows you should actually expect — by location type, machine type, and market size.
Read article →Getting StartedFebruary 18, 2026·9 min read
Machine purchase, location fees, stocking, licensing, insurance, maintenance — the complete cost breakdown for starting a vending business in 2026. Know the real numbers before you commit.
Read article →OperationsFebruary 18, 2026·8 min read
What's in a vending location contract, what to negotiate, red flags that should stop the deal, and how commission structures really work. Don't place a machine without a written agreement.
Read article →Specialty MachinesFebruary 18, 2026·9 min read
Pokemon and trading card vending machines are one of the highest-ROI specialty categories in 2026. Best locations, revenue expectations ($800–$2K/month), machine costs, and inventory sourcing.
Read article →Revenue & FinanceFebruary 18, 2026·8 min read
The national average is 10–20% of gross — but hospitals charge more and small offices charge less. Commission rates by location type, how to negotiate, and when to walk away.
Read article →Revenue & FinanceFebruary 18, 2026·10 min read
Combo machines, trading cards, specialty vending — ranked by actual ROI and break-even timeline. Plus the passive income reality check most YouTube videos skip entirely.
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