It usually takes most small businesses 3 to 5 years to really start making a profit . Alot can't hold out that long - but if you do then you should be established by then . I work in a small family owned business offline and we have been struggling along , with the economey down here it is not easy . Try to save as much money as you can - the best advice I could give you would be that word of mouth is the best form of advertisement . Get your name out there - and get people saying positive things about what you do . Good luck to you !