I usually start by searching for domains, to me that’s the most important thing!
But I recently got an issue with a competitor threatening to sue me because the name was too close from him but it was a huge coincidence haha

Why not using no-code technologies? With stuff like Bubble or Softr you can build great products and you don’t need to hire someone!

What about implementing some Ad Sense ? :)

Ask them a lot of question to get their values and objectives.
Also know their Starting date, they usually have a 7 years period

Why not using no-code ? you can learn quickly and be master of 100% of your project.
+ with bubble you can go super far!