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Part Time Reseller Amber Nieznajko: BULQ Reseller Spotlight

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Meet Amber: a part-time reseller, full-time teacher, and around-the-clock dog mom! Looking for an extra income source during the pandemic, Amber decided to leap into the world of reselling. With 10 years of retail experience under her belt, reselling seemed like the perfect fit, and she was right. Read about her journey and business growth over the past year—you may even pick up some tips to help you get started. Since starting your own part-time reselling business during the pandemic, […]

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Reselling Tips from the BULQ Community

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In times like these, making sure life goes “according to plan” can be a bit of a challenge. Things are changing at a moment’s notice, which may leave you feeling a bit overwhelmed. Fortunately, a little advice can go a long way.  We asked BULQ’s Instagram community to share their top reselling tips for making the most of the situation around COVID-19. Check out a few of their inspiring words.  “How can resellers make the most of this situation?” My […]

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Marketing Strategies to Boost Business During COVID-19

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When it comes to making the sale, having great inventory is just one piece of the puzzle. Especially in the current economy, customers are on the hunt for high-quality products at reasonable prices. It’s up to you to convince them your store has the best of both. That’s where marketing comes in. If done correctly, marketing can both expand your buyer base and entice your previous customers to make another purchase. Though some strategies require an investment, the increase in […]

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The Impact of COVID-19 on the Reselling Industry [INFOGRAPHIC]

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As COVID-19 continues to impact everyday life, business owners are feeling the consequences. Each industry is experiencing unique challenges that threaten the livelihood of once-stable businesses.  Reselling is among them. With more Americans staying home and watching what they spend, the typical demand for certain products is shifting. And with COVID-19’s closure of retail stores, thrift shops, and flea markets, those who relied on in-person sourcing are turning to other options.  We surveyed more than 400 BULQ customers about their […]

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3 Low (or No) Cost Ways to Source Inventory at Home

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With COVID-19 keeping everyone at home, sourcing inventory for online reselling might be a little trickier. Brick-and-mortar retailers, flea markets, garage sales, and thrift stores are all shutting their doors, making those awesome finds harder to come by. And with 82% of resellers reporting slower sales since the outbreak, you might be working with a limited budget, too. But, did you know there are ways to source high-quality reselling inventory without leaving home? These methods can save both time and […]

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Unemployed? Here’s Why You Should Become an Online Reseller

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If you’re unemployed due to COVID-19, you are most certainly not alone. A record <6.6 million Americans filed for unemployment at the end of March, underscoring the immense impact the outbreak has had on the country’s workforce. So, you’re likely thinking, what are my options? With many states under stay-at-home orders, it’s difficult to find a job or source of income that doesn’t require leaving the house. You may also be the caretaker of children or elderly parents, so you […]

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