by Julieth Paez | Aug 12, 2025 | Tips & Tricks
Many experienced importers already know that factory quotes include more than just the cost of production. What’s less obvious is how much those extra services add to your total cost — and how much you could save if you unbundle factory services. In China sourcing,...
by Julieth Paez | Jul 16, 2025 | Tips & Tricks
The Art of the Squeeze: 3 Cash Flow Levers Your Chinese Factory Hopes You Never Use For growing e-commerce brands, cash flow isn’t just king; it’s the oxygen you need to survive. You sell 1,000 units, but before that cash even fully lands in your account, you need to...
by Julieth Paez | Jul 7, 2025 | Tips & Tricks
I’ll never forget a conversation I had with a brand owner at a conference. For three years, he thought he had a great relationship with his “factory” in China. The quality was decent, communication was okay, and the business was growing. Then he went to the Canton...
by Julieth Paez | Apr 14, 2025 | Tips & Tricks
Most importers don’t think about this—until it’s too late. You’ve invested thousands—sometimes tens or hundreds of thousands—into custom tooling. You assume it’s yours. But the moment a factory relationship goes south, you realize: ownership isn’t about what you paid,...
by Julieth Paez | Mar 12, 2025 | Tips & Tricks
Not all suppliers are created equal. Some are legitimate manufacturers, while others are middlemen looking to take a generous cut. Worse yet, some are outright scammers waiting to disappear with your money. Whether you’re sourcing products for e-commerce,...
