When you are just starting your - online
business finding the right products to sell online is the number one problem.
Knowing where - to look can help.
- Drop Shipper Directories Drop shippers - are wholesalers that will ship direct to your - customers so that you don't have to invest in or store inventory. Directories of - drop shippers are for sale online, but make sure you're buying a reputable one.
- Local Businesses: You may find - businesses in your backyard that offer just the right products, but are not yet into e-commerce. Offer to sell their product online in exchange for - a percentage of any profits you make.
- Crafters: Local crafters are - a good source of unique products, and may be willing to reduce their prices for you if you purchase in quantity. Either buy the item - outright, or set up a consignment arrangement with them.
- Garage sales and flea markets: G garage sales - are a good place to look for items to sell online. Do some research into categories that interest you, and then start - scouring sales for good prices.
- eBay: eBay itself can be a source - for products. Look for wholesale lots that can be broken down for individual sale.
- Wholesaler Directories: Your local library will - probably have directories of manufacturers, wholesalers, and/or distributors. Most directories are organized by - SIC code so that you can zero in on the product categories that interested you.
- Trade Shows: Trade shows are - a great way to source products. Lots of merchants gather in one place to look for resellers. To find trade shows in a particular - industry, contact trade associations and industry publications.
- Importers/Exporters: You might want to - consider contacting companies that import goods from overseas. It's possible to source directly from - overseas. This requires a lot of expertise, but many companies do it successfully.
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