Import/Export For Dummies (For Dummies (Business & Personal Finance)) (Paperback)

by John J. Capela (Author)
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Product Description
A clear, easy-to-understand primer on the exciting world of import/export

The United States imports $1.2 trillion and exports $772 billion in goods on an annual basis. Import/Export For Dummies provides entrepreneurs and small- to medium-size businesses with the critical information they need to begin exporting their products around the world and importing goods to sell in America. This practical guide covers the ins and outs of developing or expanding operations to capture a share of this growing market, with details on the top ten countries with which America trades, from Canada to Germany to China.

From the Back Cover
Get your goods through Customs — hassle-free

Your port of entry for setting up and managing your import/export business

Looking to conquer the exciting world of international trade? This practical guide covers the ins and outs of developing or expanding your global operations, showing you how to identify target markets, find customers, follow the rules and regulations, and much more. Plus, get full contact info for international trade offices for dozens of countries.

Discover how to:

• Evaluate import/export opportunities

• Select products and suppliers

• Develop a marketing strategy

• Complete licensing and shipping documents

• Negotiate prices and arrange payments

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Product Details

• Paperback: 360 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies (June 30, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470260947
• ISBN-13: 978-0470260944
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #43,634 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A One-Stop Shop For the International Business Newbie!, July 7, 2008

By	George Haber "Geo" (Long Island, NY) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is a treasure trove of information, advice and resource contact data for anyone thinking of going into, or already in, the import-export field. In a conversational style, the author walks the newcomer to international business through the myriad of challenges, regulations, and opportunities inherent in doing business with overseas interests. This book should be required reading for anyone thinking of importing or exporting!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful, Informative, a Necessity, September 23, 2008

By	R. Vlcek - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Import/Export for Dummies is a useful tool for anyone interested in seeking opportunities in importing or exporting. After reading the book I learned more than I anticipated, and my mind is enlightened to many details that I was not aware of prior to reading it. For example I am currently seeking opportunities to import goods to the United States from the Czech Republic, such as pudding-yogurts. The book informed me of all that I need to consider to make any potential deal or order go through smoothly without any penalties or errors that could result in a financial loss. It provided me the guidelines I will need in negotiating with prospective suppliers in the Czech Republic, and how to go about identifying customers in the U.S.

The book is written in a simple and clear approach.

The book is easy to understand and its simplicity is amazing. It is segmented into five parts which focus on setting up the business, learning how to identify applicable rules and regulations, identifying suppliers, find customers and develop an understanding about certain procedures that are unique in importing and exporting (such as: terms of sale, methods of payment, customs clearance procedures, etc.)

As in most Dummies books, examples are abundant, and the author has provided great insight with examples from his professional life and students who attended his seminars.

The book is also full of excellent resources, including a detailed list international trade commission offices for all countries located throughout the United States. These offices can provide assistance in identifying suppliers and also provide valuable insight in the how to do business in specific countries. Additionally, the book also provides information as to various free resources available on the internet.

I would rate this book as an absolute necessity for someone interested in starting their own import or export business. It is the "bible" of importing and exporting that can help inform, warn, and assist you in what you need to know, and do, to make sure the goods you are importing or exporting will move without problems.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great place to start, May 8, 2009

By	Jack of most trades - See all my reviews

I am thinking about starting an importing business and bought this book as a starting point. I usually spend weeks reading even small books because they're too boring for me, but i've had this book for 3 days and am almost finished.
The author goes through the whole process from A-Z, from figuring out what kind of business you want to have, finding suppliers abroad, figuring out how to sell your products etc.
Definitely a great buy!