Wholesale 101

As we discussed yesterday, there is absolutely no way any wholesaler can guarantee Ungating. However, if you have read our Complete Guide to Amazon Ungating and used our totally free Amazon Ungating Checklist and you plan to meet all of the criteria BEFORE you apply for Ungating, here’s the 4-1-1 on the types of products you should, and shouldn’t, buy for Ungating:MIXED LOTS WILL NOT WORK: Lots like the one shown above, even though it is all Nautica brand, is a mix of different merchandise …

The retail industry dumps a fortune into learning their buyers shopping habits. So, if you sell mens merch it is important to understand your buyer too. Here’s some incredible statistics based on research studies that may surprise you, especially if you are a woman! Because mens and womens brains are “wired differently” men are substantially less selective. They want their experience to be simplistic and speedy... this includes the Checkout process.  Men will avoid stores (or sites!) wi …

If you're wondering if you can actually make a living selling online, here's some facts that will blow your mind!  Even after 15+ years as a full-time online seller, I was shocked by the majority of these:The average American woman makes over 300 trips to the store every year, spending close to 400 hours a year shopping. This is equal to approximately 8.5 years spent shopping during a typical lifespan!! (NY Daily News)Americans spend more on accessories (specifically shoes, jewelry, and wat …

I came across this outstanding research that really blew my mind! Let’s check it out:So, based on the chart above, if you are wondering “What should I invest in to sell?” the clear winner is Mens and Womens Clothing (and sports clothes too!). Almost HALF of all men and women buy apparel online! That’s insane!!! Computers / Technology is next on the list for Men but not for women, so if you are looking to capitalize on technology, plan ahead that you will be selling primarily to men. Avoiding …

One of the most popular questions we are asked by new sellers is “What is BEST to sell???”  People want to know what inventory they should invest in for maximum profit and fastest sales.  So in this article we discuss what YOU should buy for your new business. WHAT IS BEST TO SELL?Being asked "What should I buy?" is like being asked "What's the best food?",  If you ask my teen children what the greatest food is, I guarantee they will say "PIZZA!!!" without thinking twice.&nbs …