fees? Haggling?

[Synchron]

Fees seem super high, shipping is inflated, crypto fees.. etc. From start to finish this entire process is riddled with fees. Do you guys haggle with vendrs to reduce fees? I never have but it seems overly opportunist. It was never this opportunistic until recently. I don't mind paying super high fees if the service is exceptional but that is never the case.

 

[alixjones2018]

The time that I pushed back, there was a problem after the fact.

I had one particular vendor I used recently. From the time I stated using them the price increased 60% (over 4 orders, each time it got higher), the min (again over 4 orders) went from $400 to $550.

The last order I said everything had increased by more than I am able play with. They replied back with the cost from 2 orders ago. I accepted. Keep in mind I didn't haggle, I just bowed out.

So, I accepted. It took six days for them to ship and then they shipped with 2day (NOT what i paid for). So from actual send to receive it was 9 days.

I believe it was the fact that I dared push back. Next time I don't like what I see, I will move on.

Just my 2 cents.

 

[Deepnorth]

What one does they typically all fall in line. My concern is that things are going very slim. So I’m not even sure how long some of these rides are going to go on.

 

[alixjones2018]

What one does they typically all fall in line. My concern is that things are going very slim. So I’m not even sure how long some of these rides are going to go on.

Yeah, I am with you. There just isn't the supply any longer. It gets scarier each time. The DEA won't be happy until a million people are dead from bathtub fentanyl. That's clearly where it's going.

 

[Deepnorth]

That exactly I was just logging in to say. It’s exactly where we are going on a freight train. I thought it was just me but no it’s not.

 

[Gracie5]

It’s also maddening that US policies affect other countries, as well. Production is down or ceased elsewhere too.

 

[DJGK]

It’s also maddening that US policies affect other countries, as well. Production is down or ceased elsewhere too.

Everyday in the US: 1000s of pounds of meds are seized; and 10s of 1000s of pot & poppy plants are burned away

 

[DJGK]

Regarding: “fees? Haggling?”​

I’ve noticed that….. With some vendors (on DBG), haggling is totally just part of the culture. No offense is taken. No disrespect is given.

But with other vendors, haggling is considered “begging.” And disrespectful, in their eyes.

To each their own. No one is right or wrong IMHO. Each country has different customs, cultures, and politics.

As long as business gets done, respectfully & professionally — all is well

 

[DJGK]

It’s also maddening that US policies affect other countries, as well. Production is down or ceased elsewhere too.

7 arrested, $4.2 million in fentanyl, methamphetamine seized in Merced County busts

Two California Highway Patrol traffic stops in California's Central Valley last week yielded drug busts totaling $4.2 million worth of fentanyl and methamphetamine, authorities said Wednesday.

www.cbsnews.com

This happened about 4hrs from where I grew up.

Dark web drug marketplace busted by Europol

Europol said 288 suspects were arrested and more than $53 million in cash and virtual currencies, 850 kilograms of drugs and 117 firearms were seized in raids in several countries.

www.nbcnews.com

“…. seized drugs include over 569 pounds of amphetamines, 95 pounds of cocaine, 95 pounds of MDMA and over 22 pounds of LSD and ecstasy pills, the agency said…. “

700lbs of @Mp partly explains your shortage

WHAT A WASTE!!!

 

[VastDrink]

Fees seem super high, shipping is inflated, crypto fees.. etc. From start to finish this entire process is riddled with fees. Do you guys haggle with vendrs to reduce fees? I never have but it seems overly opportunist. It was never this opportunistic until recently. I don't mind paying super high fees if the service is exceptional but that is never the case.

You have to kind of feel the situation out. No vendor likes having to deal with “that guy” but don’t be afraid to mention a lower price at a competitor or something if you have that abiltity.

I’ve never vended/sold in my life, only purchased but depending on the volume being moved and what it is, some vendors would rather just make you happy and have you come back

Just use your judgement. Don’t bust balls and be an annoying nuisance, there’s a tactful way to do it. If you’re getting a large amount, that would be one of your avenues to talk about a price reduction. Same with slow time to ship post payment, mistakes in the orders, small stuff.

Don’t try and shake down a vendor who’s always treated you right

 

[Gracie5]

Vendors who have minimums have them for a reason. If a vendor says I have a minimum, no exceptions, then someone who argues with that vendor lost a good vendor. With vendors who are already priced below the competition, it’s a huge slap in the face.
As said above, some cultures are more open than others, and newer vendors, to gain reviews, may allow smaller orders or haggling.
There’s no one-size fits all. Vendors do share when customers are argumentative, with other vendors and with us.