Frequently Asked Questions on Starting a Computer Reseller BusinessThe following is a compilation of the most frequently asked questions on the Inet Start Computer Reseller Course.
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Frequently Asked Questions on Starting a Computer Reseller Business
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Does Inet Start provide the products?
No. Inet Start is not the distributor for these products. We provide an extensive list of the top, computer product, drop-ship distributors in the U.S., U.K. and Canada. Our partner distributors are the companies which provide the products, pricing, inventory and drop-ship services for our resellers. The Inet Start Computer Reseller Course will show you how to get signed up with distributors as quickly as possible. Read How to Get Signed Up with Computer Product Distributors
Is this an affiliate program or a real business start-up?
This is not an affiliate program. This is an actual business start-up. You will be starting your own computer reseller business from home or office. You will be registering your business and obtaining your sales tax ID with your state. We'll show you how.
Does Inet Start provide the website?
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No. Inet Start does not provide the website. Instead, the Inet Start Computer Reseller Course shows you how to start and open your own online store as quickly and as easily as possible.
Furthermore, you’ll have many options to choose from as well. For example, you can either: A. Build and open your online store with a simple web design program such as Microsoft Expression Web, Adobe Dreamweaver, Go Live etc. (We provide a list of the best and most easiest web development programs to learn and use). And you’ll also learn how to build your own website as well. |
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B. Build and open your online store using a professional, pre-built website template from TemplateMonster.com to give your store a professional look and feel. All you’ll have to do is edit the website template with Expression Web or Dreamweaver. Then insert images and product text. Link the Buy button to your shopping cart and you’re done.
C. Open your online store with any online store package provided by your web host provider. All web host providers offer complete ecommerce solutions. Or you can purchase a complete ecommerce solution for just $25 per month from Volusion.com or BigCommerce.com. Then all you’ll have to do is insert product images and insert product text.
D. Hire a professional website developer. If you don’t have the time to build your online store then you can hire a professional web developer to build the store for you. We provide a list of the top website developer’s at the most affordable prices. You’ll also learn how to choose the best website developer for your business as well. (All of this information is included in a detailed manner within the Inet Start Computer Reseller Course.)
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C. Open your online store with any online store package provided by your web host provider. All web host providers offer complete ecommerce solutions. Or you can purchase a complete ecommerce solution for just $25 per month from Volusion.com or BigCommerce.com. Then all you’ll have to do is insert product images and insert product text.
D. Hire a professional website developer. If you don’t have the time to build your online store then you can hire a professional web developer to build the store for you. We provide a list of the top website developer’s at the most affordable prices. You’ll also learn how to choose the best website developer for your business as well. (All of this information is included in a detailed manner within the Inet Start Computer Reseller Course.)
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How much time will I have to put into my business?
You can start off part-time working part-time hours but eventually it will turn into a full time job, just as with any 9-5 online store business. However, most of your time will go into the initial start-up phase of your business, i.e. setting up your business, building your online store, adding products to your store, marketing your store, etc. Then from there it's just a matter of taking and placing orders and marketing and maintaining your website.
Can I still benefit from this if I already have a business?
Yes. You can still benefit from the Inet Start Program even if you already have your own business. The Inet Start Computer Reseller Course provides valuable information that most resellers are not aware of such as more distributors, access to more products, ecommerce resources, advanced internet marketing strategies and more.
What will my start-up costs be?
You can start your business with hardly any start-up cost at all.
You can register your business name for as little as $10 to $35.
You can obtain your sales tax license for as little as $8 or free.
You can register your www.domain-name for only $10 per year.
You can obtain web hosting for $4 per month with shopping cart.
You can obtain a complete ecommerce solution for only $25 per month.
You can obtain your own payment processing system for free.
You can promote and advertise your website for free.
Read Start-up Costs for Computer Business on a Shoestring Budget
You can register your business name for as little as $10 to $35.
You can obtain your sales tax license for as little as $8 or free.
You can register your www.domain-name for only $10 per year.
You can obtain web hosting for $4 per month with shopping cart.
You can obtain a complete ecommerce solution for only $25 per month.
You can obtain your own payment processing system for free.
You can promote and advertise your website for free.
Read Start-up Costs for Computer Business on a Shoestring Budget
How long will it take to get my business up & running?
That depends on how much time and effort you put into starting your business. You can register your business and obtain your sales tax license within 2 weeks or less. And during that time you can be working on your Internet storefront as well. Building a “super-store” (selling all product categories) can be done in less than a month, while building an Internet storefront focused on a niche market can be completed within 2 weeks or less. This is one of the reasons why we encourage resellers to focus on a niche product market.
How will I promote and advertise my website?
In the Inet Start Computer Reseller Course, you’ll learn how to use the most effective, internet marketing strategies to bring targeted traffic to your website each and every day. You’ll learn how to promote, market and advertise your online store to help get you off to a fast and profitable start with our step-by-step guides on search engine marketing, keyword placement, pay-per-click marketing, text link advertising, banner advertising, email marketing, newsletter marketing, press release marketing and more. Read Marketing & Advertising Your Computer Reseller Online Store
Do I have to pay for the product up front?
No. After the customer pays you for the product, then you can order the product from the distributor. The distributor will then ship the product directly to your customer with your business name on the box. Products can be paid for via credit card, PayPal debit card, EFT: Electronic Funds Transfer, direct debit or C.O.D. Distributors offer multiple payment options and credit terms as well. Inside the Inet Start Computer Reseller Course you'll learn how to pay for products using your customers’ money each and every time.
Who will provide technical support for my customers?
Technical support is provided by the manufacturer and not the reseller. Resellers do not have to provide technical support for computer hardware and software products unless they choose to do so. All technical support and warranty issues for computer products are to be handled directly by the manufacturer of the product unless you are qualified and willing to provide technical support. Read How to Handle Technical Support for Computer Products
How are product returns handled?
Brand new computer products are rarely defective. However, if the customer needs to return the product for whatever reason, then you can simply contact the distributor to obtain an RMA (Return Authorization Number). Then you can instruct the customer (via email) to send the product back to the distributor with that same RMA number on the package. The distributor will refund the purchase amount back to your account and then you can refund the same amount back to the customer, or you can grant a product exchange as well. Read How to Handle Computer Hardware and Software Product Returns
Can anyone do this from another country?
The Inet Start program is for U.S., U.K. and Canadian residents only. All products are shipped within the U.S., U.K. and Canada. You would have to be a resident and reside in one of these countries in order to start and run your business. However, some computer and electronics distributors such as Ingram Micro and Tech Data have large international operations located across the globe. You can contact the distributors directly and ask them if they are able to work with you in your country. In regards to starting and registering your business, this business course provides instructions on starting a business within the U.S., U.K. and Canada only. You will have to do your own research on how to start a business in your country. However, just about every other aspect on this website will work for most countries as it does within the U.S.
