When done right, getting into the antique business can make you a lot of money. Every day, items on Ebay and other third party websites are selling antiques for thousands of dollars. In order to make a thousand dollars from one sale, you have to first find rare and popular items that people are searching […]
Antique Industry Trends
Antiques make up a very large part of the flea market industry, and are definitely connected to market history. Most markets and swap meets even have set rules for selling antiques, such as they have to be a certain number of years old, and the goods are broken up into different categories to make it […]
How to Detect Counterfeit Products from Suppliers
Counterfeit goods are a major problem for some flea markets and swap meets. Many places do not allow them and will even issue fines to vendors if they are found selling knockoff items. The problem that sellers run into is sometimes they do not know the brands they are buying when purchasing a huge pallet […]
5 Tips for First Time Entrepreneurs
Two drivers behind “The Great Resignation” have been unhappiness and boldness – employees thinking they can find a more fulfilling job at a different company, or a new career altogether, and then going for it. One example is the surge in new entrepreneurs. The pandemic has brought out a record number of them, and a high […]
Made in USA Products to Get Business Blooming
As flea market and swap meet vendors are looking to stock up on spring and summer merchandise, do not let supply chain woes get you down. There are still many opportunities to fill your tables with products, especially from suppliers that make their merchandise in the U.S. Take a look at some of these fun […]
Come Visit the Trading Post Express Caboose
Open every Saturday and Sunday year round, shoppers near and far can come and see this flea market’s signature landmark, “The Trading Post Express Caboose,” and browse from over 300 vendors. Guests can find anything from fresh produce and toys and games to housewares and home dec Located in Okeechobee, Florida, The Trading Post Flea […]
The Year Round Certified Farmer and Artisan Market
Even during the cold winter months, this farmers market is still open for those customers in search of fresh produce year-round. Located in Red Bluff, California, The Saturday Market by the River takes place every Saturday from 9am – 12pm. On top of delicious food, vendors also sell some artisanal and handmade items. The Saturday […]
Eye-Catching Apparel Customers Will Love
Have you got warmer weather on your mind? We sure do over here at American Merchandiser. Leaving the cold months behind, it is once again time to start stocking up on spring and summer apparel. While 2021 was focused more on dressy wardrobes seeing as consumers were tired of being locked down and ready to […]
MAGIC Welcomes New Nashville Show
MAGIC, the leading industry connector for the trend and young contemporary markets, organized by Informa Markets Fashion, recently announced its 2022 event calendar, which includes the debut of a new event — MAGIC Nashville — aimed to expand the retail market and fill gaps between primary buying seasons. New Buying Opportunities for Business Owners MAGIC’s […]
Introducing the Largest Trade Show for Alternative Products
A new trade show has emerged as an upgrade to the nation’s largest CBD and hemp event, USA CBD Expo, to incorporate new audiences, new markets, and new buyers in the most innovative industry event — The Alternative Products Expo. Taking place in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on March 11-13, 2022, flea market and swap meet […]