Need Help Starting Out - Alibaba Related

Discussion in 'General Business' started by DonDaniel, Apr 17, 2009.

  1. #1
    Hey guys,

    I have a bit of an annoying dilemma. I am looking to start selling stuff on eBay, now to do that I need to buy the stuff cheap in order to make a profit. I have a great idea on the first product to start with but am having some issues.

    I have tried Alibaba as I have heard good things, I can say they do have a lot of suppliers. My main problem is I think most of them are going to scam me as all they accept it Western Union (#1 scam), T/T (never heard of it, looks like a western union type thing), MoneyGram (looks like a scam too).

    The people that accept Paypal either charge to much or don't speak decent understandable English.

    Any other sites people recommend me to try?
     
    DonDaniel, Apr 17, 2009 IP
  2. nadgob

    nadgob Guest

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    If you find a solution let me know ;)
     
    nadgob, Apr 17, 2009 IP
  3. DonDaniel

    DonDaniel Banned

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    I have found something - I'll let you all know how it goes!
     
    DonDaniel, Apr 17, 2009 IP
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    mentos Prominent Member

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    No,i have trade at there for years without any problem.
    You only need to trade with the TrustPass member so you will not get scammed
     
    mentos, Apr 17, 2009 IP
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    Zhong Greenhorn

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    I just wonder why you don't buy from your local wholesaler as you just start your business?
     
    Zhong, Apr 17, 2009 IP
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    seo4china Well-Known Member

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    T/T is not similar to Western Union, it means wire transfer ie transferring the payment to the recipient bank account. Try to find suppliers who can at least provide you with a company bank account.
     
    seo4china, Apr 18, 2009 IP
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    There are a lot of scammers in alibaba. Be careful handling with them.
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    pbr_201, Apr 18, 2009 IP