Finding and Using Import Professionals
 

Insiders agree that using importing professionals makes sense until you are comfortable with the procedures and can begin to take on the responsibility yourself.

You’ll discover that shipping agents, freight forwarders, customs brokers, import/export agents and others may have similar or overlapping roles. In fact, many of these professionals and companies have deliberately branched out into other areas in order to be a one stop solution. That means that you can’t necessarily tell which services will be provided by the name of the professional or company you are dealing with. Choose the right group by understanding all of the elements that you need help with (as we have described them here) and then determining which companies offer which services.

You can find companies by searching on the wholesale forum categories provided, looking at ads in verified trade portals or by asking on wholesaleforum.com for recommendations. Remember every situation is different. Only you can decide what works best for you and your company.

GOOD ADVICE: Once you think you know who you want to work with, float the name in the forums and see if anyone has had experience with the company or individual.


Final Word

There is a great deal of value in mastering the art and science of importing. Start by using professionals to help you through the complexities then do your own managing to increase your final profit on your imported goods.