caitlinsmom Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 We are looking to offer a group buy for our new business. I've been in contact with one of the marketing officials. So far been a good experience. In trying to decide if the marketing expense is worth it I want to see how many people from our little corner of the world (WTM that is) have actually purchased one of their group buys. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angela in ohio Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 No. Some issues for me from when they first started and wrangled an exclusive discount with a previously already-HS friendly business. Ick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsheresomewhere Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 I have bought several things from them. I am very happy with my stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amber in SJ Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 I have purchased many things through them. I have never had a problem. In fact, sometimes if I find something I want to buy I go to HS buyers co-op to see if they have it discounted. I will admit that I have purchased a couple of things that I was on the fence about because I could get such a great deal through HS Buyers co-op. I have also missed a discount window and then waited for it to come available again rather than buy an item full price. Apparently I am a sucker for a discount. Amber in SJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Yes, and I have been very pleasd with both the discounts and the service. I has been a great way to learn about products I wouldn't have heard of otherwise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blakereese Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Love the discounts I have received at HSBC. Most of the items I would not have been able to afford otherwise, so I was thrilled to receive (usually) 50% off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KerryAnn Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Yup. Been very happy with each purchase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsmith Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 I've bought through them many times. We used to advertise a previous business on their site, but we didn't get much business through them. (It was not a curriculum business.) Whenever I find something I'm interested in for school I check there first. Also, they have excellent customer service. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Yes, many times. Never had a problem. Always comparison priced, and did better through them. Especially with Dell Computers (bought 3 through their link). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EppieJ Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 I almost did, but then I found the item used for 1/2 of the co-ops 1/2 price sale. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuirkyKapers Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Yes. I haven't had issues with any item I have gotten. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILiveInFlipFlops Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Yes, and I've been very happy. I've also bought a few things through their eBook Destination-partnered store. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Once, they lost my order, and wouldn't honor it(it was the one and only time Right Start Math was offered). I had a hard time finding my confirmation email and when I did and sent it to them they ignored my email. I was very not happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momma2three Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Yes, several items. And it's definitely let me know about a few curriculum options that I'd never heard of but which look very interesting, and I've bookmarked in case I'd like to purchase them in the future. I think it's great advertising for getting your name out there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 My only caution about selling through HBC is that people are looking for good discounts, not just 10-20% off the regular price, so if you can't afford to give a relatively substantial discount, you might not get many customers. I would think the visibility would be excellent, though, especially if they include you in the emails they send out to their members. (I always read those!) If you do it, be sure to let us know what you're selling, so we can check it out! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdalley Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 Several items. Always pleased. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueTaelon Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 I have purchased many things through them. I have never had a problem. In fact, sometimes if I find something I want to buy I go to HS buyers co-op to see if they have it discounted. I will admit that I have purchased a couple of things that I was on the fence about because I could get such a great deal through HS Buyers co-op. I have also missed a discount window and then waited for it to come available again rather than buy an item full price. Apparently I am a sucker for a discount. Amber in SJ lol :iagree: I do the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Jessica* Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 My only caution about selling through HBC is that people are looking for good discounts, not just 10-20% off the regular price, so if you can't afford to give a relatively substantial discount, you might not get many customers. I would think the visibility would be excellent, though, especially if they include you in the emails they send out to their members. (I always read those!) If you do it, be sure to let us know what you're selling, so we can check it out! :001_smile: :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharon37127 Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 I always check there before I buy anything. Bought several items from them also. They seem to offer more and more over the years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momma2three Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 My only caution about selling through HBC is that people are looking for good discounts, not just 10-20% off the regular price, so if you can't afford to give a relatively substantial discount, you might not get many customers. I would think the visibility would be excellent, though, especially if they include you in the emails they send out to their members. (I always read those!) If you do it, be sure to let us know what you're selling, so we can check it out! :001_smile: This is a good point. Honestly, I expect 40-50% off, unless the product was under $20 or so to begin with, and then 20-25% off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caitlinsmom Posted October 11, 2012 Author Share Posted October 11, 2012 So glad to hear your responses. I did a little calculating after I talked last with the marketing department. I think it could work. I am pleased to see that so many people actually open the emails and purchase through them. I am waiting for their statistics for the exact numbers (ha statistics exact! lol). I think it just may work... :) Thanks everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caitlinsmom Posted October 11, 2012 Author Share Posted October 11, 2012 This is a good point. Honestly, I expect 40-50% off, unless the product was under $20 or so to begin with, and then 20-25% off. This was something the marketing department brought up. We decided that come time, we will offer a 35% discount BUT a year had to be purchased up front (still under $150). I think she was pleased with the offer honestly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueTaelon Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 This was something the marketing department brought up. We decided that come time, we will offer a 35% discount BUT a year had to be purchased up front (still under $150). I think she was pleased with the offer honestly. 35% is not going to cut it with me, especially when were talking something pricey. The $$$ stuff usually goes for 50% off. Look at the more expensive items and you will notice most are half off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momma2three Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 35% is not going to cut it with me, especially when were talking something pricey. The $$$ stuff usually goes for 50% off. Look at the more expensive items and you will notice most are half off. :iagree: Other people may disagree, of course. Just IMO if it were a curriculum with a great reputation that never goes on sale then people would consider 35% off a deal. But for a very new, very expensive product with few reviews and no real reputation, I think that 35% off is not very impressive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caitlinsmom Posted October 11, 2012 Author Share Posted October 11, 2012 :iagree: Other people may disagree, of course. Just IMO if it were a curriculum with a great reputation that never goes on sale then people would consider 35% off a deal. But for a very new, very expensive product with few reviews and no real reputation, I think that 35% off is not very impressive. Our regular product is only $18.95 a month. Going much lower than 35% and after co-op commission would yield nearly 0 profit. In order to keep customer service at a high as well as other things like hosting, payment processing etc 35% would be the lowest we could go at this time. Our product is not going to appeal to everyone as it is. However those who have been in the market for it (traditional market that is) will I think be interested in the 35% discount because we are already up to 75% lower than traditional forms. Good to know though that for some a higher price break is important especially with a new company. I hadn't thought of it like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneddmanybooks Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 Yes, and I have been very pleasd with both the discounts and the service. It has been a great way to learn about products I wouldn't have heard of otherwise. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 Yes, and I have been very pleasd with both the discounts and the service. I has been a great way to learn about products I wouldn't have heard of otherwise. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 Our regular product is only $18.95 a month. Going much lower than 35% and after co-op commission would yield nearly 0 profit. In order to keep customer service at a high as well as other things like hosting, payment processing etc 35% would be the lowest we could go at this time. Our product is not going to appeal to everyone as it is. However those who have been in the market for it (traditional market that is) will I think be interested in the 35% discount because we are already up to 75% lower than traditional forms. Good to know though that for some a higher price break is important especially with a new company. I hadn't thought of it like that. To me, 35% off is good... IF that is a real discount, it can't be found anywhere else and the product truly sells for the higher price somewhere else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blessed3x Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 Love the discounts I have received at HSBC. Most of the items I would not have been able to afford otherwise, so I was thrilled to receive (usually) 50% off. :iagree: I have ordered from them and have always been very happy with their service. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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