4 Reasons to Source Smaller: BULQ Wholesale Cases
The BULQ team has spent a significant amount of time meeting and listening to entrepreneurs in the reseller community and know that there are a lot of resellers who prefer to process a smaller amount of inventory than what is typically sourced at the pallet- or truckload-level. BULQ cases, which are smaller wholesale lots, are […]
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What’s the Deal with Private Labeling?
There’s no “one right way” to run a successful reselling business—everyone has their own methods for finding merchandise, and they prefer different marketplaces. At its core, many resellers have similar business models: they buy returned and excess inventory from vendors or wholesalers to resell at a discount online. But some resellers actually sell merchandise as part […]
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A Guide to Gated Merchandise on Amazon
Gated, restricted, prohibited. These words mean, in their simplest form, “no” or “you can’t have”. They’re the last words any reseller wants to hear, because they limit what can and can’t be sold as part of their business. Unfortunately, these boundaries are unavoidable when selling on Amazon. There are currently 22 categories of goods on Amazon […]
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Fixer-Uppers: Tips for Repairing Merchandise for Resale
No matter where a reseller sources products, they’re bound to find merchandise that, though valuable, is a little rough around the edges. Sometimes the damage is a result of poor shipping and handling. Products found at clearance, at a secondhand store, or at a yard sale pass through many hands and often aren’t treated delicately. […]
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eBay Seller Groups to Join for Useful Tips and Support
Many resellers are one person operations, known commonly in the business world as solopreneurs. They’re folks who are both the leader and labor force of a small business. For resellers, that labor includes sourcing, processing, selling and fulfilling products, both online and off. Though the work is challenging, being self-reliant can be very rewarding. Still, […]
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5 Amazon Seller Forums on Facebook to Join Right Now
Getting started in the reseller industry can be intimidating. There are a lot of things you have to learn, such as the best places to arbitrage, the most cost-effective shipping methods, and the specific rules on different selling platforms like Amazon and eBay. Additionally, as seasoned resellers will tell you, it’s a long road to […]
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5 Ways to Become a Online Reseller Customers Love
Competition in the reseller world is fierce, and it’s harder than ever to break through the noise, get a buyer’s attention and keep them coming back for more. One major issue: great deals are table stakes. Your competitors are also purchasing wholesale lots and offering them at great prices. To really stand out from the […]
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eBay Selling Tips: 5 Ways to Calculate Your Profitability
As a reseller, your primary goal is to make money. With that in mind, it’s important to understand the variety of factors that can impact your profitability. Anything from customer demand and competitor pricing, to shipping costs or general economic ebbs and flows can have an effect on your business. Planning ahead and adjusting expenses […]
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Shipping & Storing: Which Reselling Business Profile Fits Your Needs?
The reselling business comes with a lot of choices. Do I sell online or offline, Amazon or eBay? What kind of merchandise should I sell? How much should I sell? It’s a lot to consider. One of the most important questions resellers ask themselves is, where should I run my reselling business? Some resellers do […]
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3 Training Courses to Help You Sell on Amazon Successfully
Learning to sell on Amazon is challenging—and while there are plenty of articles and social channels available for support, sometimes they aren’t enough. When that’s the case, resellers can turn to training courses to start or revitalize their reselling business. Below are three programs geared Amazon sellers. They are rated highly by the reselling community. […]
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