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Quote:So, how does one go about taking advantage of the resources offered? McGrath offered us some tips on how to get the most out of tradeshows, as well as other strategies for wholesale sourcing.

One of the biggest mistakes inexperienced sellers can make, he said, is going with what they think is a drop ship company, or wholesaler, only to find out the business is actually functioning as a middleman. Many of these companies will buy from the wholesaler, add their mark-up and also charge you a drop shipping fee.

McGrath cautions eBay sellers to steer clear of these companies. "To make the most money, as a seller you have to ensure you are working with the manufacturer, the manufacturer's master distributor or the wholesale or drop shippers' reps. Otherwise you are getting the same product at a higher cost."...