I Know How To Get Cost But....

Business By motherofgrace Updated 11 Dec 2009 , 4:01am by motherofgrace

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motherofgrace Posted 10 Dec 2009 , 8:45am
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ok I have my own little matrix on getting my costs, took me weeks but I got it, now how would I make my prices? Im looking to sell cookies, cake balls, and cupcakes right now (future will be cakes and candy too).

Do I set an hourly wage? or a flat rate?

I should add that I will be selling these at a monthly craft show to start my customer base.

TIA

(also need help here!! http://cakecentral.com/cake-decorating-ftopicp-6650025.html#6650025)

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leah_s Posted 10 Dec 2009 , 2:59pm
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In culianry school we learned the following pricing formula:

Cost divided by .2 = retail. It makes your ingredients 20% of the retail cost.

"Your mileage may vary."

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motherofgrace Posted 10 Dec 2009 , 5:16pm
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thanks!

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11cupcakes Posted 11 Dec 2009 , 3:35am
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I like your formula, Leah_s

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leah_s Posted 11 Dec 2009 , 3:52am
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I think it's actually the RBA (Retail Baking Association) formula. They should know what they're doing!

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motherofgrace Posted 11 Dec 2009 , 4:01am
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thanks!

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