Massage Therapy Salary

If you are fortunate enough to have money in savings to live off of for a while, or if your spouse makes enough money to cover your personal expenses, then you can invest your earnings right back into your new business.

For instance, you can remodel your current massage office, whether it is a rental or a part of your home. A fresh coat of paint, some plants, and updated lighting can brighten your massage office.

If you do not have an office, you can consider adding a massage office onto your home, if it is allowed in your neighborhood. Or you can remodel your garage and turn it or at least a part of it into a massage office.

Part of your income should go into savings for retirement

Part of it should be put away for income taxes. Don't forget the all-important date of April 15 in the United States--tax day.

Speaking of taxes, you will want some good tax deductions. Be sure you are giving some money to your church or other charitable organization.

As you start to build your practice, some weeks you will make decent money. Other weeks, it will be slim pickings. Make sure that you save during the good weeks so you have enough for necessities and bills during the leaner weeks.

Of course, you will need to pay for continuing education classes each year or every other year, depending on your state's requirements. You will also need to pay to renew your license either yearly or every other year.

Don't worry--as time goes on, your massage therapy salary will continue to grow. Word of mouth from satisfied clients will go a long way toward bringing in lots of new clients and income for you.

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