For the last 2 or 3 years I've debated working with a company. Simply put, it involves buying their products for decoration and resale. I absolutely love the products and I'm confident of local sales which is where I'd be targeting. Mark up is good and potential for ongoing sales excellent.
So why am I hesitating? Investment wouldn't be massive but significant enough to justify care. Products don't have to be mass purchased. My problem, the company selling these products sell them on their own website under a trade brand at the same price I'd have to market for. This means that any search online for the products would bring up their established website and Facebook etc.
I've spoken to them about this and they don't seem to think it's an issue so not sure if I'm over-thinking this. I've asked about exclusivity in my area which let's be honest is very small! and they won't entertain it. If someone else wanted to sell the products in my area they could, and likely will once they see them. So, I have no real protection.
Apologies, I'd sooner not discuss the supplier by name due to above but would like some advice. It's not something I could do without their products/backup. Normally I'd walk away but I l;ike the products so much I keep re-visiting the idea!