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Sourcing List or VA, Which One is the Best Choice for You?

May 15, 2023

sourcing the right products is the cornerstone of every successful online arbitrage business and, indeed, the trickiest part. Manual sourcing and using tools and software may be an option for sellers with limited budgets, but what about sellers who have the budget but lack the time? If you are looking for a time-efficient way to source products, you have two options: sourcing list or VA (virtual assistant).
In this article, we will compare these two methods to help you determine which suits your business more. We will also provide tips on successfully incorporating the proper method into your OA strategy. Let’s begin!

Mastering Demand Estimation for Amazon Online Arbitrage Success

May 11, 2023

Product demand is one of the critical metrics for sellers, especially in online arbitrage, where it’s essential to offer fast-selling products so you can keep the business running. However, demand is not the only thing you must consider, but rather one of the many criteria to consider when assessing an online arbitrage lead.

With that in mind, you should always estimate the demand for a lead before purchasing it. But what does product demand mean in the context of online arbitrage? How can you estimate the demand for your leads? Let’s find out!

Amazon Message Center Guide

December 15, 2022

Some people are still unaware that Amazon released a feature that enables direct communication between sellers and buyers. This feature is handy for both parties because it bridges the gap between them. Buyers can ask product-related questions, seek support, or resolve product issues. Sellers can, in turn, get valuable feedback from their buyers and thank them for the business. If you want to learn how to take advantage of this system, you have come to the right place. Keep reading to find out how you can check messages on Amazon and use the Amazon message center.

How to Ship to Amazon FBA?

December 2, 2022

Amazon’s FBA service offers many advantages over in-house logistics. However, sending your products to Amazon to store and ship them via the “Fulfillment by Amazon” service is still necessary. This step is highly regulated, and it is crucial that you carefully follow Amazon’s guidelines when you ship to Amazon FBA. You will be charged additional fees if your products arrive at Amazon’s distribution center mislabeled or with incorrect packaging.
So, how do we ship products to Amazon FBA? In this article, we explain everything you need to know.

There are some products that are not suitable to sell on Amazon market place.

Products That You Should Avoid Selling on Amazon

November 25, 2022

If you have just started selling on Amazon, you are probably thinking about your first product and have many ideas running through your head. Amazon has a vast range of categories and products, but this doesn’t mean you can sell anything you want on the platform. To avoid headaches and unnecessary effort, in this article, you will find some crucial suggestions and a list of products that you should avoid to sell on Amazon.

Before start selling hazmat products on Amazon, you should pay attention to some tips.

The Ultimate Guide for Selling Hazmat Products on Amazon

November 8, 2022

Amazon buyers have many options for purchasing their needs from the platform. You might have heard the sentence “you can buy anything from Amazon!”. This is true, but the sellers don’t have it this easy. Some products on Amazon are limited (gated), and you need to be approved as a seller to be able to sell them. Amazon watches over the sales of dangerous products, some gadgets, skincare and health products, etc. This article will talk about Selling Hazmat Products

Man is trying to reduce his return rate on Amazon.

How to Reduce Your Return Rate on Amazon?

October 11, 2022

Being a seller on Amazon is all about making profits. But no matter what, you will face issues along the way. Returned products annoy every seller and might even make them mad. When products are returned to you, customers aren’t 100% happy with their purchase. This puts you at risk of losing your brand reputation or even account suspension.
Another thing that makes returns a nightmare for Amazon sellers is the cost. In the last few years, the cost of return deliveries (of course, paid by the seller) has grown by 75%. In 2020 alone, this cost was around 550 billion dollars. This is A LOT!
So as a seller on a platform with lots of rules and regulations, you should always watch your return rate closely and try your best to lower it. If left unattended, these rates can hurt your profit or, even worse: get you suspended. In this article, you will understand precisely the return rate, and then you’ll be presented with some practical ways to lower it.

Amazon uses ASIN codes to identify and group products considered the same quickly.

What is Amazon ASIN Number?

September 5, 2022

The Amazon ASIN number is essential in managing the Amazon product catalog. Having the correct ASIN number not only makes it easier for buyers to find your products but also protects them from counterfeiting by being a unique number for your product.
Amazon uses ASIN codes to identify and group products considered the same quickly. The ASIN number can also be used to find products in the Amazon catalog faster, instead of browsing through hundreds of items.

How to Answer Questions on Amazon as a Seller?

July 15, 2022

Just like any other line of work, being an Amazon seller comes with its challenges. One of these challenges is to answer customer questions on your listings professionally and in a good manner. Since Amazon is a customer-centered company, it allows direct communication between the seller and buyer, which results in enhanced customer service.
Having open communications with the customers and making them happy is an important part of your job that is worth the time and effort because it can help add to your ranking and increase customer satisfaction. Responding appropriately to customers is a practice that needs training and gives you more chances of closing your sales.
This article shares the essential tips and tricks to answer customer questions on Amazon.

Amazon has allocated a page in your Seller Central account called Account Health.

Amazon Account Health Checkup

February 15, 2022

If you have paid attention to your account on Amazon Seller Central, you might probably see a page named “Account Health.” Account health is a topic that not many newbies on Amazon FBA are familiar with. All sellers need to know about the metrics which are checked for Account Health.
In continuation of this post, we are going to have an entire talk about “Account Health” and how to improve it. So, stay with us.