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BULQ Reseller Stories: Aaron Ketterer, Utah Auctionology

Posted on October 3, 2018 in Industry Trends
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Aaron Ketterer is a part-time reseller who has been selling musical instruments, sporting goods, and dozens of other categories on eBay for 4 years. He’s been a BULQ customer since 2017. Tell us a little bit about yourself and how you got into this business? I got into reselling through a friend. He was going to auctions and I joined him once and kept going from there. I started off buying musical instruments, because that’s something I know well from […]

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What to Source Now for Summer Selling

Posted on April 30, 2018 in Industry Trends
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Weddings. Pool parties. BBQs. Yard work. Ah, the joys (and chores) of summer. If that list sounds familiar, it’s because soon those summer events will be driving a lot of demand on eBay. Buyers will be searching for centerpieces, inflatables, BBQ tongs and chainsaws. Yes, chainsaws. And whole lot more. I sat down with eBay’s U.S.-based merchandising managers (the folks that predict demand, secure product from sellers and market the merchandise on eBay) to get the inside scoop on what’s […]

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ASD March 2018 Recap

Posted on March 12, 2018 in Industry Trends
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Day 1: March 11, 2018 The first day of the March 2018 ASD Trade Show opened today and was in full swing. Here are the Day 1 highlights from ASD if you missed your chance to attend this year’s spring show: Amazon 101 with Travis Ross As one of the founders of the Rocky Mountain Reseller Conference, Travis Ross is a well-respected Amazon selling coach as he helps new sellers grow and scale their e-commerce business. Today at ASD Travis […]

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What to Source for Spring Selling

Posted on March 7, 2018 in Industry Trends
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It’s that time of year again where we change back the clocks and leap forward into fresh start. For many, the thought of spring conjures up an array of exciting things to come: Spring break. Basketball, baseball, golf, and hockey season – to name a few. Spring cleaning. Warm weather. In the reselling world, gearing up for the joys of spring is often closely linked with hot retail moments. Soon those spring moments will be driving high demand in the […]

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Going to OFFPRICE Show? Meet Us There at Booth 2039!

Posted on January 30, 2018 in Industry Trends
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It’s the retail event of the year you don’t want to miss. With more than 1,000 exhibitor booths, OFFPRICE Show is your source for new apparel and accessories at low prices. The BULQ team is thrilled to attend this year’s winter show as a first time exhibitor! At BULQ, we partner with top U.S. retailers to provide buyers with the apparel brands they know and love at up to 90% off retail prices. If you’re planning to attend the show […]

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2017 Holiday Reselling Insights to Help You Sell Better [Infographic]

Posted on October 27, 2017 in Industry Trends
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What are shoppers planning to buy for the holidays? What motivates them to convert? Check out our holiday reselling infographic for the answers to these questions and more. And for even more advice on making 2017 your best holiday season yet, download our Online Holiday Selling Guide! Having trouble reading holiday reselling infographic? Here’s the data you need to know: Insights to help you prepare for the season of reselling How Consumers Are Shopping 75% of holiday shoppers say they […]

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BULQ’s 2017 Online Holiday Selling Guide Is Here!

Posted on October 9, 2017 in Industry Trends
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If you’re a reseller, you hustle for every dollar you make. That’s just what the business demands. Going into the fourth quarter, which includes the big holiday shopping season, those dollars can really add up to make up a substantial portion of your yearly revenue. That means that for sellers, the holiday season — besides being the time for giving, family, and fun — is the season of moving inventory and making profits. You don’t want to miss out on […]

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How to Maximize Your Back to School Sales

Posted on July 11, 2017 in Industry Trends
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Sure, it’s the middle of summer and the kids are out of school. But, it’s never too early to start thinking about your Back to School selling strategy! Like the Holiday retail moment, Back to School starts earlier and earlier each year. And, just like Holiday, Back to School represents a huge selling opportunity – $75 billion in 2016. We also see specific buying behaviors around Back to School (BTS) in two distinct phases, similar to the phases we identified […]

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Ten Tips for Selling on eBay from eBay Experts

Posted on December 6, 2016 in Industry Trends
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There is a lot of useful information out there about selling on eBay, but it can be hard to sift through. Instead of just doing online research and reading, why not listen to a podcast? eBay Radio, hosted by Jim “Griff” Griffith and Lee Mirabal, is the “heartbeat of the selling community.” If you aren’t already an avid listener, you’re missing out on an informative resource. We had the opportunity to call in during the November 22, 2016 episode of […]

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4 Reselling Blogs to Read for Industry Knowledge

Posted on November 10, 2016 in Industry Trends
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One of the best ways to excel in the reselling business is to learn from people who have already found success. Luckily for you, a lot of resellers write about their success and provide insight via blogs. If you’re reading this, we’re guessing you like to read blogs. Great start! But you might be wondering, where can I find these other reselling blogs? In our post about thought leaders, we discussed some influencers that are great resources for resellers. Some […]

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