Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA) works best for fast sellers. Smart brands may limit what they send to FBA and hold the rest of their inventory in third-party warehouses. Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA) is built for speed, not storage. While it's convenient for fast-moving products, Amazon’s warehouses are some of the most expensive places to store slow-turning inventory, or anything that doesn’t meet Amazon’s strict packaging and labeling requirements. Many brands… Continue reading
Reverse Logistics Flow Charts for International Sellers If you're an international business shipping to the U.S. from abroad, returns can create more complexity than outbound shipping ever did. The problem isn’t accepting items back, it’s deciding whether to refund, resell, store, or recycle them. Should you consolidate returns and bulk ship them home? Offer refunds without return? Resell the item domestically? That’s where reverse logistics planning comes in. 1. Should… Continue reading
If you’re an eCommerce brand ready to level up but not ready to surrender fulfillment to a 3PL, here’s what to look for in a warehouse rental. When an eCommerce brand outgrows its garage or in-house setup but isn’t ready to hand everything over to a 3PL, renting warehouse space becomes a practical middle ground. It lets you retain ownership while outsourcing fulfillment tasks to people you manage directly. This… Continue reading
For warehouse owners: Remove the guesswork when setting a rental price and price your space based on actual market factors. Set the rent too high, and your space sits vacant. Price it too low, and you leave money on the table or attract tenants who don’t match the level of care, reliability, or long-term commitment you're looking for. The lease amount should come from understanding how your property compares to… Continue reading
This article is written for commercial property owners trying to lease industrial space to tenants. A vacant space is expensive… Here are some practical ways to connect with tenants who are looking to rent commercial or industrial spaces. 1. Ask People You Know First Start with people you already know. Suppliers, local manufacturers, or even neighboring businesses who need or may know someone who needs space. A direct conversation with… Continue reading
This resource outlines the lowest-cost shipping methods for small parcels originating in the United States, organized by weight class. This resource is intended for e-commerce sellers comparing options for both domestic and international delivery. All information is carrier-agnostic and based purely on cost. The information below is presented without favor toward any specific carrier, focusing solely on identifying the lowest-cost shipping service. Small Parcel Shipping Cheat Sheet [ninja_tables id="8569"] Lowest-Cost… Continue reading
Reducing Vacancy Time Between Warehouse Tenants: A Practical How-to-Guide for Warehouse Owners If you own a warehouse property then you know, an empty warehouse is costing you. This article explains how industrial property owners can reduce the time between tenants without wasting time or money on guesswork or costly upgrades. 1. Work With a Broker Who Has a Proven History Leasing Industrial Space If you’re not already working with a… Continue reading
Warehouse owners need a clear picture of what maintenance responsibilities actually fall on them, especially if the goal is to keep properties tenant-ready without draining rental income. Owning a warehouse comes with a long list of maintenance obligations that can’t be ignored. These responsibilities are about keeping the building functional, legally compliant, and safe to occupy. Failure to stay on top of these requirements can lead to safety incidents, or… Continue reading
Attracting premium-paying tenants to a warehouse property isn't always about large-scale renovations or costly overhauls. Consider implementing small, strategic upgrades to increase the value of your commercial property or warehouse. Here’s a practical guide on which warehouse features add value and how landlords can make incremental improvements that justify rental increases. 1. Optimizing Dock and Loading Access Loading and unloading are top priorities for tenants. Minor improvements to dock areas… Continue reading
Warehousing refers to the organized storage and management of goods until they are ready for distribution or sale. However, modern warehousing has evolved beyond simple storage. It now encompasses supply chain functions such as inventory management, order fulfillment, and even value-added services like product customization and returns processing. As consumer expectations for fast and reliable deliveries grow, businesses must adopt warehousing strategies that balance affordable storage with timely order fulfillment.… Continue reading
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