| WHAT IS TRADE? Throughout history, trading has been an important part of survival. In fact, barter is older than cash, history, the foundation of our present economy. Operating on the theory that most companies could consistently barter 10-15% of their business, a very real savings is realized by cutting costs with substitute cash flow. This produces increased profits. Today’s trade transactions run from major market advertising and real estate, to carpet cleaning and hotel accommodations. Industrial manufacturers, retailers and service-oriented businesses are linked through the trade exchange. WHY TRADE? Every business needs products and services from other companies. Like most businesses, your probably accustomed to paying cash for these products and services, and trying to balance budget restrictions with increased costs. As a member of the American Exchange Network, you can trade your products, skills and services for your business needs. Large and small companies across the nation trade their goods and services every day, saving cash. Organized trade is the opportunity for a business to pay overhead with the wholesale value of its products or services, rather than with retail cash income. HERE IS AN EXAMPLE OF A SMALL TRADE A jeweler sell watches for $100.00 a piece and they cost him $50.00 each. He would like to purchase printing for $100.00. He has two choices: 1) trade one watch for the printing 2) Pay cash for the printing. If he trades, the printing costs him the replacement value of the watch, $50.00. If he pays cash, the printing costs $100.00. Doesn’t it make sense to trade? |