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Walter Hay
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Walter Hay

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Apr 21, 2018 at 11:25 PM
    1. Debbie Long
      Debbie Long
      Hello Walter -- I just read through your entire "Import Direct From China" ebook today. Great information. I'll have to reread many sections. Quick question, we have a product idea that we want to have custom made in China -- do you still recommend Guided Imports? Do you have any additional recommendations no listed in the book? Thanks Walter! Regards, Debbie
      Apr 16, 2018 at 6:06 PM
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        Hello Debbie,
        Yes, Guided Imports can be of great help to you. Custom making products in China is not for the fainthearted and to have someone trustworthy there to help is well worthwhile.
        Regards,
        Walter
        Apr 16, 2018 at 7:13 PM
    2. Magneto C
      Magneto C
      Hi Walter

      Your posts are simply eye-opening. I'm only up to page 5 of your Gold AMA thread. I'll definitely finish it but just can't wait to say thank you! Unbelievably informative. Even more amazing is your helpful and humble tone in these articles. I plan to buy your book but need to clear my plate (like finishing this thread) first. Respect.
      Aug 31, 2017
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      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        Thanks for your kind comments. I am always happy to help.

        Walter
        Aug 31, 2017
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    3. squidboy
      squidboy
      I read your book, learnt many things and thank you very much for your AMA! I'm from Sri Lanka, unfortunately for us we cannot get paid via paypal. What do you recommend I do?
      Aug 22, 2017
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      3. kamil
        kamil
        every platform has fees, only don't even touch western union as they have ultra high costs
        Aug 22, 2017
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      4. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        I know that many people outside of the USA are selling on Amazon USA, and it seems that most, if not all, are getting their money through Payoneer. I will PM more details on Payoneer.
        If you need professional help in setting up and running an Amazon USA account, see here:
        https://ko296.isrefer.com/go/pac/whay/ This link also gets you a free copy of my importing book included in the Proven Amazon Course.
        Walter
        Aug 22, 2017
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      5. squidboy
        squidboy
        Thank you! I'll refer the book as well.
        Aug 22, 2017
    4. David Ng
      David Ng
      I have a question regarding importing into Canada. It's a long question. How can I send it to you ?
      Aug 5, 2017
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        Yes David, please do. I will try to help.
        Walter
        Aug 5, 2017
    5. Dsilvar89
      Dsilvar89
      Hey dude just got your book today looking forward to cracking it :) Also got Silent Sales Machine as you recommended.
      May 21, 2017
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        Thanks for letting me know. I wish you well in you venture
        Walter
        May 21, 2017
    6. 100speed
      100speed
      Hi Walter,
      Thank you for your posts on Importing, kept me busy for hours ;)!
      If possible, would love to share my marketing skills for a little of your time :).
      I cant fully explain my situation (character limits) but I have a supplier lined up, with CE FCC documents however I need to know if they are sufficient to claim from customs when I import - are you able to help?
      Look forward to hearing from you.
      Regards,
      Alex
      May 7, 2017
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        Provided the certificates are genuine they should pass customs.

        Regards,
        Walter
        May 8, 2017
      3. 100speed
        100speed
        Thanks for the reply.
        So how would you check the legitimacy of a non-notified body CE Declaration of Conformity?
        Cheers in advance,
        Alex
        May 10, 2017
      4. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        May 11, 2017
    7. AndyNZ
      AndyNZ
      Hi Walter,

      Have been reading through your thread on Import/Export product sourcing, it has been extremely valuable so far. I am in the process of vetting suppliers and have found one that seems promising, however i have concerns which i would like your opinion on. Would you be able to PM me to discuss these? I only have a couple of short questions.

      Regards
      Andrew
      Apr 20, 2017
    8. Brooke2796
      Brooke2796
      I want to thank you for posting the link to the Proven Amazon Course! Signing up for it is one of the best decisions I have ever made! Your post helped me steer clear of a much more expensive course that was not what I needed. Thank you again.
      Feb 12, 2017
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      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        I don't push the PAC, but when I see someone needing help to find a niche I do recommend it. The link that I gave you ensures that you get a copy of my book as part of the package.
        Feb 12, 2017
    9. BigTony
      BigTony
      Hi Walter, just have a couple of questions for you, is it possible to PM me? many thanks.
      Jan 10, 2017
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        Hi,

        Yes will do.

        Walter
        Jan 10, 2017
    10. Benl5555
      Benl5555
      Hi Walter, I have been researching for a couple of months and decided I am going to take the plunge and look to source some products within the next few months. I would love if I could pm you some questions, maybe you can see if I am making any mistakes and point me in the right direction. Thanks!

      Ben
      Dec 1, 2016
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        Hi Ben,

        By all means. I will do what I can to help.

        Walter
        Dec 1, 2016
    11. lifese
      lifese
      Hey man. I was referred by a paid mentor of sorts to the username you use in the warriorforum and somehow found you on here instead. I am interested in importing/exporting. Could you pm me if you have the time? I can't figure out how to pm on here. Thanks!
      Oct 28, 2016
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        You can PM me now by replying to this message. I'll be happy to help if I can.

        Regards,
        Walter
        Oct 28, 2016
      3. lifese
        lifese
        Awesome, thanks for replying so quickly. I am passionate about life and business, and I would love to learn from you outside of books. If you could email me at jaylonmf@yahoo.com, I would like to give you some more information about who I am and more clarity about what I am asking. Thanks for your time! Hope to hear from you soon through email, even if it is just a short conversation.
        Oct 29, 2016
    12. ExcelGuy
      ExcelGuy
      Just signed up for your ebook when I saw the BBB seal, and then noticed it leads to a site by Jim Cockrum. What's up there?
      Sep 21, 2016
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        I have an arrangement with Jim Cockrum to have his paid support team handle questions from my book readers.

        Jim came to my rescue when I was being overwhelmed by the volume of inquiries, so I handed over the sales side of things to him. He handles everything for me and for that reason all sales go through him and that is why his BBB rating applies.

        Walter
        Sep 22, 2016
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      3. ExcelGuy
        ExcelGuy
        Thanks for the reply!
        Oct 7, 2016
    13. steverino
      steverino
      Hi Walter, I am interested in starting importing. Can I send you a PM?
      Sep 6, 2016
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        Yes, I will see what I can do to help.

        Walter
        Sep 9, 2016
    14. Road1996
      Road1996
      What are your thoughts on the startup bros ecommerce video and business plan for importing from China and selling products?
      Jul 16, 2016
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      3. Road1996
        Road1996
        Thank you so much, I am very interested in purchasing your book and possibly getting mentored as well by doing so, thanks a ton again.
        Jul 18, 2016
      4. Road1996
        Road1996
        Also if you don't mind me asking, do you go over the process of product research and finding something possibly profitable in your book as well? Sorry for asking you so many questions I am sure that you are flooded with them and it's a blessing that you just give out so much information here, hopefully I will be able to return the favor one day. Thanks again.
        Jul 18, 2016
      5. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        I don't help with product selection except to show how to find products that are not already being imported into the US, EU etc.

        If you scroll down to the answer I gave member WEDNESDAY you will see a link to a new course that teaches you how to find products that have no competition or maybe a small amount in some cases.

        Walter
        Jul 19, 2016
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    15. R3TRO
      R3TRO
      Jul 11, 2016
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        Hi,

        One of the most important things with this product is to be careful not to buy copies of any of the big brands. make sure your is clearly a different design. A different label is not sufficient.

        Because this is a big selling category and big brands dominate, Customs will check most shipments.

        Regards,
        Walter
        Jul 11, 2016
    16. Wednesday
      Wednesday
      Hi Walter,

      Thanks for all your help on this forum and for sharing your knowledge. I am interested in buying your book and was wondering if Import Directly From China is part of PAC now? Is PAC also your book?

      Which one would you recommend? I wanted to send this as a pm but could not find a way to pm you. Would you be able to send me a pm so I can message you in the future? Thanks.
      Jul 10, 2016
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        Jul 10, 2016
    17. Billykhurshid
      Billykhurshid
      Hi Walter,
      I can't seen to pm you I just had a couple questions for you. Thanks.
      Jun 19, 2016
    18. Alessandro Pilotto
      Alessandro Pilotto
      Hi Walter,

      can you reply to a question !? I need you to send me PM.

      best,
      Jun 17, 2016
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        Yes, I have sent you a PM so you can reply.
        Jun 17, 2016
    19. Robert Nichols
      Robert Nichols
      Hi Walter,

      I can't figure out how to send you a private message. Is that possible?
      Jun 7, 2016
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        I have sent you a PM, so you can reply to that.

        Walter
        Jun 7, 2016
    20. Robert Nichols
      Robert Nichols
      Hey Walter,

      I'm wondering what the best shipping option is for my order. This is my first larger order, even though it is not very big.

      It is 9 boxes, 32* 34*32cm each, and weighs a total of 180kgs.

      The boxes are waiting in Dongguan city, Guangdong province.

      Should I use a freight forwarder?

      Thanks
      Apr 29, 2016
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      3. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        I would recommend http://www.a1worldwidelogistics.com/ The owner posts on the forum as Rsimmons016 and has a couple of threads. He seems very keen for business. He can handle shipments into any US port.
        Walter
        Apr 30, 2016
      4. Robert Nichols
        Robert Nichols
        Is there any difference as to where the FF handles the shipment from my supplier?

        In other words: The FF asked for the address of the goods in China. Should I arrange for the location where the goods currently are, or should I arrange for the goods to be brought to a port? Is there a cost effective option here?
        Apr 30, 2016
      5. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        It is usually best to have the forwarder pick up the goods from the factory. This amounts to buying on an EXW basis, although the vendor will often still incorrectly call this FOB.

        Suppliers have a tendency to try to make money out of the inland costs, i.e., the costs involved in getting the goods to the port of shipment, so let you forwarder handle that and you will probably get a fair deal.
        Walter
        Apr 30, 2016
    21. Robert Nichols
      Robert Nichols
      Hey Walter,

      I bought the book, I was reading it then i turned off my computer. When i turn it on, I cant seem to locate it anywhere on my hard drive now. It didn't seem to download the way things typically do, its not in my downloads, and when i run a search i cant find it anywhere. is it possible to get another download? I can prove I bought it with my bank statement if you need it.

      Thanks
      Apr 22, 2016
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        Hi Robert,

        How frustrating for you.

        Please contact my support team at msteamwebmaster@gmail.com and give them the email address you used when you purchased and they will send you a download link.

        If any problems please let me know.

        Regards,
        Walter
        Apr 23, 2016
      3. Robert Nichols
        Robert Nichols
        All fixed, thanks
        Apr 29, 2016
    22. #nowhere
      #nowhere
      Hello Walter,

      I purchased your book 2 months ago. I have been wondering if I will get notified via E-Mail, if a newer Version is published?

      Thanks for your help

      Kai
      Apr 14, 2016
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        The latest version is now 133 pages, up from 83 pages. If you don't have that one you should have been notified by my support team. If you haven't received a notice it might be because you have not given them your email address.

        I suggest you contact them on msteamwebmaster@gmail.com

        Regards,
        Walter
        Apr 14, 2016
      3. #nowhere
        #nowhere
        Thank you. I have the version containing 132 pages. Think thats the version you mentioned. Kind regards from Germany Kai
        Apr 15, 2016
    23. Trixii
      Trixii
      Hi, just want to say thanks for all the fantastic information you have shared here and ask one question about your book if that's ok? I'm in the UK and often find myself skipping whole sections or chapters of business books that deal with US taxes/business entities and other location specific things. How US-specific is the information in your book? Thank you!
      Feb 16, 2016
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        Hi Trixii,

        It is only slightly US centric, and is used successfully in the UK. One of the countries where my franchise business worked very well was the UK, and I have lived there for long periods.

        Importing is almost universal as far as rules are concerned, and product sourcing principles are the same wherever you are located.

        Regards,'Walter
        Feb 16, 2016
      3. Trixii
        Trixii
        Thank you. I bought the book (didn't realise it was on offer!) and have started looking though it. I see that there are several UK specific details so that's great - I look forward to working through the whole thing. Thanks!
        Feb 16, 2016
    24. Cyriex
      Cyriex
      Walter. Love your AMA. Two quick questions. 1. How much $ would you be making in a good year when you were in business? And 2. I just agreed to help out a bitter kola exporter in Nigeria import to the USA, do you know what are the best channels to find buyers? Read your book. Cheers.
      Nov 9, 2015
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        Hi Cyriex,
        I won't name the figures but when importing and running my franchise business I had numerous franchisees in four countries. They all earned an average of 4 times the national average income for their country, and I received a generous percentage of that as royalty.

        The best channel to find buyers is Alibaba. I don't recommend them for buyers, but they are great for sellers.

        Regards,
        Walter
        Nov 10, 2015
    25. Wisith
      Wisith
      Hi Walter,

      I'm really enjoying reading your AMA thread here. As a result, I'm interested in your e-book. This will be my first e-book...silly question: is it possible to print the e-book? I want to do to this so I can read without an electronic device.

      Thanks,

      Wisith
      Oct 4, 2015
      2. Walter Hay
        Walter Hay
        I have sent you a PM, but yes it is not a problem to print from the PDF download.

        Regards,
        Walter
        Oct 5, 2015
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    Nov 22, 1938 (Age: 79)
    Home Page:
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    My first job after college was with an international shipping company. I later started my own business manufacturing industrial products and began exporting them to Asia/Pacific countries, including China, in 1978.

    I sold that business in 1987 and began importing, selling B2B. Business boomed and after I had employed all my family I expanded by franchising the business. By the time I retired I had franchises operating in 4 countries.

    Heart surgery forced me to sell that business and retire, but I can't make my brain slow down, so I wrote my eBook on safe sourcing and easy importing. I revise it twice a year and I enjoy teaching through my book the hundreds of entrepreneurs in 35 countries who are now using it.

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