Best Seller Financing Course Podcasts (2026)

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#100 - December E-Tail Report: Unpacking Quarterly E‑Tail Headlines 22:10

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Headlines moved fast this quarter, but the throughline is unmistakable: AI now sits at the center of e‑commerce strategy. We dig into Amazon’s shift toward agentic AI that actually does the work—fixing listings, launching campaigns, and resolving account issues—then follow the ripple on the shopper side as Rufus becomes a core shopping layer. When …

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What Would You Pay for this Note? Are you Ready for the Financial Reset? 48:08

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In this episode we talk about a real estate note secured by land, created through a seller financed real estate transaction. We also get into how to position for the financial reset we are seeing unfold right before our eyes. Be sure to sign up to participate live by subscribing at NoteQueen.comBy Dawn Rickabaugh

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#99 - How Amazon Sellers Can Remove Bad Reviews The Right Way 31:50

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Bad reviews aren’t just bruising your ego—they’re taxing your rank, spiking your PPC, and scaring off retail buyers. We sat down with Shane Barker, CEO and co-founder of TraceFuse, to unpack how to remove violating Amazon reviews the right way and protect your most important ASINs without risking your account. We get specific about what Amazon actu…

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#98 - Don’t Let Someone Else Own Your Name: Why Trademark Research, Registration, And Policing Matter 25:15

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What if someone else registered your business name tomorrow—and could prove it before you could? We dig into the uncomfortable reality that a brand isn’t truly yours until you can defend it, using the Slim Shady vs Swim Shady dust-up to explain how “fame of the mark” can stretch protection far beyond product categories. It’s a sharp reminder that t…

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#97 - Preparing E‑Commerce Finances For Q4 And Beyond 24:32

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Q4 doesn’t just stress your warehouse—it stress‑tests your finance. We sat down with Sourabh Nolkha to unpack why the busiest season creates both record sales and record leakage, and how to build the finance stack that keeps more of what you earn. From pre‑season prep to real‑time dashboards, we map the exact systems that let you track inventory, r…

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#96 - Stop The Scroll: Build Listings Around Real Human Priorities 29:00

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Think you know what your customer is thinking? We put that belief to the test with consumer behavior specialist Peter Paul Mann, who shows how smarter research uncovers the real motivations behind clicks and conversions. We dig into the practical differences between launch prep and optimizing an existing listing, why some A/B tests quietly mislead,…

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Seller Financing in 1031 Exchanges: Do These Really Work Together? 44:30

1M ago44:30

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Most people would probably be surprised to know how seller financing in 1031 exchanges can work. A seller wants to do a 1031 exchange, but they end up with a buyer asking for owner financing. Do they have to reject the offer? Not necessarily. If structured properly, a note can be created (giving the buyer what they need) and then sold, giving the s…

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What Sellers Really Think: Fees, AI, And The Next Big Categories! Innovate 2025 25:25

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Fresh from Innovate 2025 in New York, we sat down with founders, operators, and agency leaders to ask the questions sellers care about most: which categories are worth launching now, how AI actually drives profit instead of noise, and what Amazon could change to help brands grow. The answers are bold, specific, and grounded in real P&L pressure—not…

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E-tail Report | TikTok Helping Out Sellers, Shopping on Walmart Through ChatGPT, and Amazon in Hot Water with FTC 9:24

2M ago9:24

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Headlines rarely change how we shop overnight—this week might be the exception. We unpack Amazon’s $2.5B settlement over alleged dark patterns, why $1.5B is earmarked for affected customers, and what this signals for consent, cancellations, and customer trust across e‑commerce. Then we pivot to the logistics chessboard: Amazon extends Prime‑speed d…

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Who Are You and Why Does it Matter? Pad Splitting, Agents Carrying a Note for Their Commission 47:19

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Dawn Rickabaugh, host of Property and Paper Live and creator of NoteQueen.com, delivers an insightful lecture on real estate investing, financing, and note buying strategies. Emphasizing the importance of understanding one's core identity beyond professional roles, she encourages participants to distill their essence into clear, meaningful statemen…

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#93 - Why Diversifying Traffic, Sourcing, And Data Will Decide Who Survives The Next E‑Commerce Shakeup 27:45

2M ago27:45

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E‑commerce moved fast this year, and we’re unpacking the plays that actually work when Amazon ads get pricey and shopper behavior shifts. We bring back Vincenzo from eComsi to talk about the power of TikTok for demand generation, how to turn creator content into higher Amazon conversion, and why external traffic can be your most efficient path to r…

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#92 - Accounting Your Way Out of E‑Commerce Trouble: Tariffs, SKUs, and Real Profit 43:58

2M ago43:58

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Profits don’t appear by accident—especially when tariffs rise, fees stack up, and ads get pricier. We sit down with CapForge’s Matt Ramuzzi to pull back the curtain on e‑commerce accounting that actually drives growth. The conversation is blunt, practical, and focused on what matters: knowing exactly which SKUs make money, which channels deserve yo…

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#91 - Building Omnichannel Moats: Walmart, TikTok, and the 2026 Brand Expansion Playbook 36:22

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If 60% of e-commerce lives beyond Amazon, why are so many brands still waiting on the sidelines? We sat down with Seth Hurd of Brand Expand to map a clear path into the channels that actually fit your products—and to separate hype from traction across Walmart, TikTok Shop, Shopify, and niche marketplaces. From review dynamics and margins to logisti…

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The E-Tail Report #4 - How Q4 Got Pricier: Commissions, Fees, and Loyalty Plays That Will Shape Your Sales 12:45

3M ago12:45

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Shoppers are about to enter peak buying mode—and the platforms know it. We break down the new Q4 map: Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days locked for October 7–8, Target stretching Target Circle Week to October 5–11, and Walmart running deals from October 7–12. That calendar collision can be a gift if you plan it right, or a margin trap if you don’t. We un…

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Dawn Has a Friendly Chat with Someone Who Has Never Heard of Seller Financing Before 51:08

3M ago51:08

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This was a fun chat with someone I met through another coaching group for entrprenuers. Erin and I can appreciate each others' sense of humor... and being able to laugh is high value! We got caught here in the beginning laughing over Charmander... anyone have kids that used to play Pokemon?? We discuss the challenges and opportunities surrounding h…

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#90 - AI + TikTok: Sell Smarter, Not Louder 45:34

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By Velocity Sellers Inc.

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#89 - Everybody Eats: Your Brand Deserves to Be Everywhere Customers Want to Buy 46:32

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The e-commerce landscape is transforming at breakneck speed, and the most successful brands are embracing an "everybody eats" philosophy. This powerful approach, as our guest explains, means being present wherever your customers want to buy rather than forcing them into your preferred sales channel. For brands heading into Q4 2025, strategic invent…

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#88 - Winning in the AI Age: How E-Com Sellers Can Maximize Success in the Age of Automation 40:11

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The countdown to AI dominance has begun, but there's still time to position your e-commerce business for success in this brave new world. Former Google executive Mo Gawdat warns we're just months away from AGI (Artificial General Intelligence), and hedge fund billionaire Ray Dalio cautions that "global collapse is coming." But what does this mean f…

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5 Power Moves for Multiplying Wealth When You Buy Real Estate with Owner Financing 59:45

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In this comprehensive discussion led by Dawn Rickabaugh, a seasoned seller finance expert and owner of NoteQueen.com, the multifaceted benefits and strategies of using owner financing in real estate transactions are explored in depth. Dawn emphasizes the critical interplay between "property and paper," referring to the tangible real estate asset an…

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#87 - Authenticity Sells: How UGC is Transforming E-commerce 43:11

4M ago43:11

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The digital marketing landscape has undergone a profound transformation, with authenticity now reigning supreme over polished production. Donatas Smiles, CEO and co-founder of Billo, joins us to unpack why 92% of consumers trust recommendations from real people over brand-created content, and how this shift is revolutionizing e-commerce sales strat…

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#86 - Why October's Prime Event Could Change Your Q4 Sales Strategy 40:14

4M ago40:14

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Q4 selling season is approaching fast, and savvy Amazon sellers are already mapping their strategy for the cascade of shopping events ahead. In our latest episode, we dive deep into what you need to know about Prime Big Deal Days, the October sales event that kicks off the holiday shopping season. While speculation swirls about whether this October…

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#85 - Mastering TikTok Shop: Navigating the Affiliate Marketplace with Uptick 35:33

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Step into the world of social commerce as we explore the rapidly evolving TikTok Shop ecosystem with Bryan, Head of Partnerships at Uptick. This eye-opening conversation reveals how the creator economy is reshaping e-commerce and providing unprecedented opportunities for brands and influencers alike. TikTok Shop has transformed from a dancing video…

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Widow Left with Seller Financing Nightmare: Fixing Fraud in Creative Finance 56:21

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In this comprehensive discussion, Dawn delves into the intricacies, opportunities, and pitfalls of creative real estate financing—particularly seller financing, seller-held notes, and contract-for-deed arrangements. The conversation is framed around real-life case studies involving high-equity sellers, ethical considerations, and practical challeng…

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Walmart Rebranding, Amazon's Robot Fleet, & TikTok Turned eBay | The E-Tail Report 13:17

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The e-commerce landscape is transforming before our eyes, with industry titans making bold moves that challenge conventional retail boundaries. Walmart surprises everyone with a remarkable 22% growth in their digital sales for 2025, now setting their sights on an unexpected demographic: high-income online shoppers. Can the budget-friendly giant suc…

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#84 - Navigating Retail's Future: Inside eTail 2025 17:10

5M ago17:10

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What happens when the brightest minds in retail gather to tackle our industry's biggest challenges? Magic. eTail 2025 isn't just another conference—it's the beating heart of a year-round retail community experience that brings together innovative brands, tech pioneers, and passionate retailers who are defining what comes next. This year's Boston ev…

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#83 - Mastering Q4: The Ultimate Amazon Seller's Guide 42:44

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The holiday shopping season is rapidly approaching, and Amazon sellers who aren't prepared will miss crucial revenue opportunities. In this strategic planning session, we dive deep into everything you need to know to maximize your Q4 success with insights from our Amazon experts. Timing is everything when preparing for Q4. While ideally you should …

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For Buyers and Their Agents: How to Submit an Offer Asking for Owner Financing 1:04:31

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In this insightful and extensive discussion, Dawn Rickabaugh, host of Property and Paper Live, sheds light on the evolving real estate market of mid-2025, emphasizing the growing importance and practicality of seller financing and note investing as viable alternatives to traditional bank financing. Dawn's core message targets everyday "Main Street"…

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#82 - Ritu Java Shares Her Top Amazon PPC & AI Tactics from the PPC Ninja Playbook 42:04

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Ready to transform how your Amazon business adapts to AI? Ritu Java, CEO of PPC Ninja, pulls back the curtain on the revolutionary shift happening in e-commerce that most sellers aren't prepared for. With a fascinating background spanning India, Japan, and Canada, Ritu brings a global perspective to the challenges facing today's Amazon sellers. She…

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E-Tail Report Episode 2 10:34

5M ago10:34

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We break down the results from Amazon's extended four-day Prime Day event, which generated $24 billion in sales despite mixed reactions from sellers and shoppers. The extended format diluted the excitement, with approximately one-third of total spending occurring on day one alone. • Amazon Prime Day reached $24 billion in sales, a 30% increase over…

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#81 - Mastering Amazon Research with Viral Launch 37:30

6M ago37:30

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Navigating the complex world of Amazon selling requires accurate data and powerful analytical tools. In this eye-opening conversation with Jonathan D'Ambrosio from Viral Launch, we pull back the curtain on how serious Amazon sellers use market intelligence to make informed decisions that drive growth and profitability. The discussion centers on Vir…

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#80 -Maximize Sales with Better E-Commerce Data Management – Insights from Syndic8’s Co-Founder 41:24

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What's holding back your e-commerce business? For many brands, the invisible barrier to growth isn't their products or marketing—it's the complex challenge of managing product data across dozens of digital channels. Chris John, CEO and co-founder of Syndic8, pulls back the curtain on how cutting-edge data management is transforming e-commerce opera…

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This is the Market I Was Born For - Sellers and Buyers Don't Need Banks 43:09

6M ago43:09

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A comprehensive discussion led by Dawn Rickabaugh on the current real estate market dynamics, owner financing strategies, note investing, and creative deal structuring amidst a shifting market landscape. Dawn emphasizes that the current market volatility and tightening liquidity create both challenges and opportunities for real estate investors, es…

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#79 - Velocity Sellers Showdown: Eric & James Answer Big Questions! 30:15

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01:51 - Q01 - Is Amazon good for small businesses? 04:59 - Q02 - You only have inventory for one platform - Where do you put it: Amazon or your own website? 07:15 - Q03 - Is it ever worth losing money on a product on Amazon? 09:40 - Q04 - When is the best time to expand internationally, at the beginning of the growth, maxed out your growth, or neve…

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#78 - Beyond the Scroll: TikTok's E-Commerce Revolution 40:12

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Remember when TikTok was just a place for dance trends and comedy skits? That era is officially over. Today, TikTok has transformed into a powerhouse of social commerce where creators can sell $40 serums in 20-second videos, and brands are running 24-hour livestreams for six consecutive days. Neil Tanna, Brand Partnerships Manager at TikTok, pulls …

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#77 - Closing in on Prime Day: James & Eric’s Guide to Big Wins! 30:24

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Amazon's Prime Day is evolving in a major way for 2025, expanding from two to four full days of deals running July 8-11. This unprecedented extension creates both exciting opportunities and complex challenges for sellers looking to maximize their performance during the e-commerce giant's biggest shopping event. The extended format raises fascinatin…

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My Tenants are Asking to Buy the House and They Have a Big Down Payment 43:09

7M ago43:09

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A woman returns to the show on behalf of her sister who owns a rental property in Ojai, CA. The tenants are offering to buy the property and we discuss her options. I also share a story where I didn't verify where a down payment came from, and the way it played out, I barely broke even instead of making an easy $30K. Find quick links at https://Lin…

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The Velocity Sellers Showdown 2:35

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Something exciting is brewing at Velocity Sellers! After 75 episodes of bringing you valuable Amazon selling insights through traditional interviews, we're revolutionizing our approach with the launch of "The Velocity Sellers Showdown" – a dynamic debate format designed to challenge perspectives and deepen your understanding of e-commerce strategie…

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#75 - Never Accept No: A Problem-Solver's Guide to Amazon Account Issues 33:09

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Navigating the complex world of Amazon selling can feel like traversing a maze blindfolded. What happens when your account hits a roadblock that threatens your entire business? Where do you turn when Amazon support keeps saying "that's not possible"? Meet Ula, the Amazon problem-solving expert who refuses to take no for an answer. With over five ye…

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#74 - Confessions of an E-commerce Agency Owner: Surviving and Thriving in Amazon's World 37:41

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Dive into the trenches of Amazon selling with agency owner Nick as he shares candid insights from years of navigating the e-commerce battlefield. This conversation offers a refreshing break from celebrity experts to deliver practical wisdom from someone doing the daily work with real brands. Nick reveals his unexpected path into e-commerce through …

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#73 - Your Reputation Follows You Everywhere, Even When You Don't Build It. 43:02

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The landscape of e-commerce is shifting dramatically. With rising Amazon fees and new tariffs creating profit challenges, sellers need strategies beyond just listing products across multiple platforms. But what separates thriving brands from struggling ones in this new environment? Shannon Curley, former marketing director at Carbon6 and brand expe…

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#72 - Surviving Amazon Tariffs and Fee Hikes: Strategies for Sellers 31:53

8M ago31:53

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Amazon's recent fee changes and increasing tariffs are creating a challenging landscape for e-commerce sellers, particularly those with smaller operations. After previously stating they wouldn't raise fees in 2025, Amazon's sudden policy shift has left many sellers scrambling to adjust their financial planning and wondering about the platform's lon…

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#71 - The Trademark Game: Navigating Legal Protection for Your Brand 42:08

8M ago42:08

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Dive into the labyrinth of trademark law with attorney Tiffany Donaldson as she reveals critical insights beyond Trademark 101. What exactly qualifies as a trademark? Far more than just your business name—it's any source identifier that consumers associate with your company, including slogans, logos, symbols, and product line names. "I'm loving it.…

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#70 - GEO: The Future of Brand Visibility in AI Shopping 45:26

9M ago45:26

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GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) is transforming e-commerce by focusing on getting brands mentioned by AI models like Rufus, ChatGPT, and Google Gemini. Max Sinclair, CEO of eComtent and former Amazon employee, shares insider perspectives on how AI is reshaping product discovery and what sellers must do to maintain visibility. • Amazon's Rufus …

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#69 - How Amazon's Fee Changes Will Transform Your Selling Strategy 42:41

9M ago42:41

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Amazon has thrown sellers another curveball with significant changes to their promotional fee structure, and the timing couldn't be more strategic—just before Prime Day. Velocity Pete and Abe Shomali break down these critical updates that will reshape how brands approach deals and discounts on the platform. Starting June 2nd, Amazon's promotional t…

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#68 - Prime Day Prep: Insider Strategies for Amazon Sellers 29:49

9M ago29:49

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Ready for Amazon Prime Day 2025? The clock is ticking, and preparation needs to start now. This episode delivers essential strategies for sellers aiming to maximize their performance during what might be Amazon's most extended Prime Day yet – potentially running for four full days instead of the traditional two. We dive deep into inventory manageme…

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Mom 'n Pop Landlord Nightmare Strategizing Seller Financing and the Value of the Note 40:35

9M ago40:35

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My dear Robin in Texas, who has been a loyal and generous follower for years, comes on to talk in depth about her struggles to deal with bad tenants, rehab following eviction, and a potential exit using seller financing to sell the mobile on land to someone who needs a home. This is great for helping real estate and note investors think through the…

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#67 - Navigating E-Commerce: From Amazon to Shopify and the AI Revolution 41:06

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The e-commerce landscape demands a sophisticated omnichannel approach, and few understand this better than our guest Dan Robertson. Drawing from his three years at Shopify and current role helping brands navigate the digital marketplace, Dan reveals the crucial differences between selling on Amazon versus owning your direct-to-consumer channel. Whi…

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#66 - Amazon Solution Provider Portal: Impact on 3P Providers w/ James Dee 22:38

9M ago22:38

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Amazon has just dropped a bombshell that will affect thousands of agencies, freelancers, and service providers in the e-commerce space. Starting April 10, 2025, with full implementation required by August 31, 2025, all third-party solution providers who access one or more Seller Central accounts must register through Amazon's new Solution Provider …

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#65 - Optimize Your Amazon Hero Images for Better Sales 53:51

10M ago53:51

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Want to know the secret to boosting your Amazon conversions? It's hiding in plain sight—your product images. Content expert John Aspinall returns to the podcast with game-changing insights about optimizing Amazon listings, particularly hero images. John doesn't pull punches when analyzing what works and what doesn't in e-commerce content, bringing …

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#64 - Navigating the Amazon PPC Jungle 30:45

10M ago30:45

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Are you struggling to navigate the complex world of Amazon advertising? Join us in this insightful episode as we sit down with Sean Kinney, a seasoned expert in Amazon ads, to explore essential strategies for optimizing advertising campaigns and achieving significant growth for your e-commerce brands. Sean shares his unique journey from graphic des…