Has anyone ever heard of a gift wholesale company Uma Enterprises Inc. I was thinking of getting into retail?
478276
its a scam. if you do use them, you will need to work like a mule and hustle inorder to actually make it worth while.
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I've seen a bunch of these before too & have considered looking into them. The rule of thumb that I developed was that if they wanted any money up front, it was a scam & unless I could find good reviews about the ocmpany through the Better Business Bureau, I wouldn't bother. I never went too far into it, however because life intervened & I finally decided that I'd just look elsewhere.\n\nIf you type well, you might find something out there for at-home data entry. There are jobs out there but they can be somewhat hard to come by...
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The information provided by the previous answerer is quite exhaustive and useful, but is best suited to the big business houses with ample funds. Your question is about small business, as such please search out retail opportunities at:\nhttp://www.franchise-international.net/franchising/Retail-Franchise-Opportunities/44
367866
It depends on what's gonna be your price point, low, middle or high end. The biggest manufacturer and wholesaler in the US is in LA, American Apparel (.net) They have become huge in the last few years but still will supply anyone. I have done it myself. Good luck!
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I don't see why you'd be troubled.  I've ordered from them before.  They also let people submit their own t-shirt designs that they in turn create and sell.
785240
Hi \n\nI recommend this site http://wholesale.50webs.org/ , they have up to 90% off retail prices. This is the best place to go for start ups too, as there are low minimum order quantities and thousands of suppliers listed to choose from. They have wholesalers, clearance stockists and dropshippers at this site from all around the world. \n\nHope this helps \n:)
235976
There is a place called SMC (Specialty Merchandise Company)\nLook them up online
260632
Look at their web site:\n\nhttp://www.mdmercy.com/
873875
I would try, ask jeeves, put in  suppliers of wholesale products and see what comes up, unless you are looking for a specific items then put that in
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Most important thing is dont give up. More competition the better. What you must try to do is make some difference from what you were and what is available in the other shop.\nFirst go through your sales history and examine what is in demand mostly,  ex. 1. what type of items 2. the quality etc. \nMay be books or candles are more in demand. See whether you can sneak a peek into the other shop. I'm sure that other person started his business after giving a careful consideration to you who has been in business for 18 years. \nDepending on your finances see whether you can change the stuff you have been selling, 'cos your stuff might be a little outdated. We cannot say from here 'cos it depends on what you have been selling. You can even put a small sale and get rid of the old stuff for a cheap price. that could attract more customers , but not for long. \nTry to change the look too. As someone else has said you can put lanterna and candles to make the place attractive. Also go out of the town to a posh big gift shop and see what they have done. You dont have to copy or I'm not saying you should, but that will give you an idea as to what the trend is. You might not even be able to do everything they have done too. \nMy experiance with gift shops is that they must change with the seasons of the year as well as retaining some for someone who wants to buy something such as a b'day gift etc. Also if a person can get something inexpensive but looks good and of good quality the better. So dont give up. Do a bit of research as to the needs of your community. \nGood luck!
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Trust me; you want no part of the “wholesaler” game. What once was a great idea has now spread so everyone and their mother is doing it. Margins are razor thin at best and I suspect non-existent when you factor in most drop shippers "Membership fees" along with eBay and PayPal's cut. \n\nClothing is a BIG business on eBay. Try shopping a discounter like TJ Maxx, Ross for Less, Marshalls or whatever it is called in your area for women’s clothes from designers like Ralph Lauren, BCBG or Tommy Hilfiger. Often times you can find, for example, a woman’s shirt that sells in the mall for $50 on sale for $10. Odds are if you put it on eBay for $25, you'd sell it. The customer thinks they saved $25 and you made $15. :) Now multiply it by 100 sales and you're in business. I do about $2K a month in sales and I profit about $500 and that’s from just working part time. It's not "easy money", you do have to work at it, but if you're willing to invest the time and effort, you can do it
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Although I don't have an answer for you other than what was already posted, this is actually good information to have! I was thinking of purchasing from Target.com, but after reading this apparent scam they have, I will take my business elsewhere. Thanks for asking the question and giving me some much needed insight about this companys tactics.
830031
Ebey is your best bet...or google it plenty wholesalers and buyers around..open a website..
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Not yet, but here is a link to their website.  They are asking for feedback and ideas, saying they will expand their catalog in the future.
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I checked two major business databases, and this company is not registered.\n\nIf this is some sort of "employment opportunity" or "money making venture," I would stay away because they are not legitimate.
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If they charge $99 to register with them, they are not a legitimate mystery shopping company.\n\nDo not pay to apply for mystery shopper jobs. Most of the places that charge are not mystery shopping companies. They simply sell you access to job postings that the legitimate mystery shopping companies will give you for free.\n\nSee the links below to find companies that do not charge.\n\nCathy Stucker\nAuthor of "The Mystery Shopper's Manual"
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It's def legal.  The store that you are sent to subscribes to the mystery shopping service.  It's a tool they use to make sure that their employees are doing the right things.  That's why they make you write a paragraph of detailed experiences or do a survey.  It is kind of wierd, but for everything you do or purchase you are reimbursed for.  If you want to make sure the company is legit, I'd visit the Better Business Bureau's website.