(b) It shall be unlawful for any person through a pattern of racketeering activity or through collection of an unlawful debt to acquire or maintain, directly or indirectly, any interest in or control of any enterprise which is engaged in, or the activities of which affect, interstate or foreign commerce.
You can rent a booth at a flea market for as low as $5/day depending on the location of the market. The money that you make can vary depending on the items that you sell, the competition that you have, and the demand for the items that you sell.
Doing that takes money. Most venues are paid up front, and they get paid whether the concert is successful or not. The average cost to rent an arena is around $20,000/night while the average cost to rent an amphitheater is around $10,000/night. Smaller clubs cost less, but their capacity is also less. Promoter. The promoter takes a chunk of the ticket money, as they spend a lot up front.