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HOW TO START AND OPERATE YOUR OWN PROFITABLE
IMPORT/EXPORT BUSINESS AT HOME
What is a good way to build up a successful business from nothing
and have fun doing it? The import/export business may be your
answer. Not only does it require little financial investment to
start, but it offers the prestige of working with clients from all
over the world.
You don't need previous experience in the field, but you should
have a good head for organizing. Fulfilling a successful
import/export business requires constant attention to little
details.
Do you know some local manufacturers looking for ways to increase
their market for the goods they make? Or are you planning a trip
abroad and want to make some contacts for setting up a business?
If you have an ability to sell, and an air of diplomacy, the
import/export business might be right for you. All you need is the
desire and determination to make it work.
As you progress in the business, many factors become obvious and
easy to handle. For example, you'll need to find a person to handle
shipments, called a freight forwarder. And you'll need to create
solid contacts and strong relationships with reliable suppliers.
But after a short time, you can be well on your way to making a
sizeable income - with a very low overhead.
Do you like the idea of running your own business? How would you
like a tax deductible trip to foreign places a couple of times a
year? The advantages of an import/export business are great.
The biggest advantage is the money you'll make. Once you get the
business underway, the commission for setting up sales is very
profitable. And after you establish and maintain a number of
exclusive accounts, you'll find the time you spend is highly
rewarded with money.
Take a look into the import/export business. Consider the risks,
and consider the advantages. Talk to people in the business. Is it
for you?
HOW IT WORKS
Of all the manufacturers in the United States, only a small
percentage distribute goods outside of North America. The goods that
do find foreign markets are exports. On the other hand, anything
that is manufactured outside the country and brought in for sale, is
imported.
Although it seems obvious that all manufacturers would want a
worldwide market, it is not easy for a company that is limited in
its scope and abilities. That's where you come in.
An import/export agent is a matchmaker. Manufacturers of domestic
goods seek foreign distribution; foreign manufacturers want a United
States market. You need to find them, make a solid connection, and
establish a business relationship with these companies.
The agent's commission is generally about ten percent. Now, think
of ten percent of $500,000 or ten percent of a million. Although
that may seem like a large order, it wouldn't be, if you're talking
about machinery, raw materials, or computers.
The market is unlimited and there are hundreds of manufacturers
looking for foreign distribution. Sporting goods, clocks, electronic
games, radios, housewares, garments, tools - anything can be readily
imported or exported if there is a consumer demand and if you can
get the products.
The United States Government encourages exports. Indeed, it is
those sales that keep our balance of payments with the vast amounts
of goods that are imported. And you'll find government agencies
helpfu
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