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Are buying groups legal?
100%. The US Supreme Court ruled in 2013 that retail arbitrage is permitted if the merchandise is acquired legally.

I see how Dealers and Runners profit, but what’s in this for Deal & Runner?
Deal and Runner charges small fulfillment and software fees to Dealers for each purchase. The system calculates the fees when the Dealer enters the deal. It’s entirely upfront. Once the Dealer commits to the deal, the fees will not change even if the item’s price fluctuates.

How does Deal & Runner guarantee its deals for Runners?
Runners are protected at every stage of the deal. (1) Runners can track inventory at each checkpoint directly from their dashboards. (2) If a Dealer backs out of a deal, Deal & Runner will still pay the Runner in full for those items. (3) ACH payouts are scheduled each week automatically.

How does Deal & Runner guarantee its deals for Dealers?
Dealers’ stock is guaranteed. They can see exactly how many Runners commit to their deals and then track the products as they’re ordered. Then, Deal & Runner verifies the content and condition of every package. Deal & Runner is a software platform, not a buying club operator. Therefore, there’s no conflict of interest between our Dealers and us. In fact, goods never belong to Deal & Runner; our fulfillment center is merely the via point for the Dealer’s inventory to get from the Runner to the Dealer.

How do I get started?
Sign up as a Dealer or Runner. There’s no waiting period, so you can immediately start sourcing goods or committing to deals.

Are there limits on how many deals I can source?
Not at all! Dealers can post as many deals as they can fund. Please note, though, that you can’t back out once you place an order.

How will I be notified about deals?
Dealers can browse our catalog or submit their own deals. Runners are encouraged to check the Deal & Runner site daily for new deals.

Are there limits on how many deals I can source or buy?
Not at all! Dealers can post as many deals as they can fund. Runners can buy as many items as they can afford. Please note, though, that you can’t back out once you commit to a deal.

Does Deal & Runner prep products before sending them to Amazon FBA?
We don’t prep products, but we can ship to Amazon or any of your customers. It’s your fulfillment center.

How will Runners find my deals?
Runners will find deals by logging into their accounts and searching the platform.

Why doesn’t Deal & Runner send out notifications about deals?
We know all the other buying groups do it, but we don’t, and here’s why: (1) Commissions change constantly. By the time a Runner reads the notification and logs in, the deal may have changed. (2) Dealers like you may want to keep a deal quiet. To support your privacy, we don’t blast deals. Once the deal is complete, new Runners won’t know the deal ever existed.

What fees do Dealers pay?
Dealers pay a small fulfillment fee upfront for each deal. Once goods come to the fulfillment center, they belong wholly to the Dealer, who then pays for shipping out of the fulfillment center.

How much is the deposit on an order?
The deposit will vary by brand and item, between 10%-20%.

Are there limits on how many deals I can source?
Not at all! Dealers can post as many deals as they can fund. Please note, though, that you can’t back out once you place an order.

When can I post deals?
Anytime! Jump on special offers as soon as they go live!

Does Deal & Runner charge any fees?
Runners use our service for free! Dealers pay small fulfillment and software fees for each purchase.

How will I find deals?
Log into your account and see what’s available. Check back frequently to take advantage of the latest offers.

Why doesn’t Deal & Runner send out notifications about deals?
We know all the other buying groups do it, but we don’t because commissions change constantly. By the time you read a notification and log in, the deal may have changed.

How many deals I can commit to?
As you move up levels in our rating system, you’ll be able to buy more products at one time.

Does your payout amount include tax and shipping?
Our payout number is the total amount that we’ll pay. Most deals can be ordered with free shipping, and if you use our ship-to address, you won’t be charged sales tax.

Can I sign up as a Runner if I live outside the United States?
Yes, we welcome international Runners! You only need a U.S. bank account that can accept ACH payments.

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