Frequently Asked Questions 
(link to sign up at the bottom of this page)

1.)  How do I become an independent distributor (consultant)?

There is a one time sign up fee of $5 for an independent distributor account. A special voucher code that will be e-mailed to you after the $5 is received for your discount. You will always be able to reach me through e-mail or phone.  Although AmerAsia Imports has been online since the year 2000 and have many happy customers, our distributorship (consultant) program is still new and we invite you to come grow with us.  We understand that every business is special and may have their own special needs; therefore we are happy to work with you to make your business a success, if you have any special requests please e-mail me at mary@amerasiaimports.com and let's discuss on how we can grow your business.

2.)  What is your minimum order requirement? Must I purchase a kit to start?

Distributor - To be an active member you must make a purchase of any size every quarter.  Quarter breakdown:  Jan - Mar, Apr - Jun, Jul - Sep, Oct - Dec.  If you have become inactive, there is an activation fee of $10 to regain your active status.  However, you will not regain your downline once you become inactive.

No, you do not have to purchase a kit when you first sign up.  However, we do recommend you to purchase one so you will have some products in hand to show.  Our study shows that it is easier to sell when you have some products on hand to show your customers.  You can make up your one time kit and receive 40% off.

3.)  How do I sell your products?

Online through your website (we will be offering redirect websites for our distributors) or online parties.  Offline at flea markets, open houses, home shows, cash and carry, mail order, brick and mortar store, fundraising etc., wherever that is legal in your state.  Because we carry over 4000 products, we do offer you a catalog with all of our products so you can choose what you would like to sell for a low fee of $10 (include shipping).

4)  Do you have any business aids?
 

Yes, we can provide brochures, catalogs, business cards, pictures and descriptions on CDs and more at a minimal price.  We also have a supply catalog that you can purchase.  Please inquiry about the prices by sending an e-mail to customerservice@amerasiaimports.com 

You may also make your own marketing material (business cards, flyers, etc.), however, you must state that you are an independent distributor of AmerAsia Imports, and we ask that you to e-mail a copy of it to us first if possible.

5) Do you have a host/hostess program?

Currently we don't have a hostess program.

 

6.)  How much profit will I be making by selling your products?

Distributor - 30% commission on everything that you sell, except Enchanted Potions and Stuff-n-Snuggles. You may set your price on your website at the retail price or our website price (which is 10% off the MSRP).  You customer will pay you, then place your order with us and keep the profit.
 

You will also get 40% off any product(s) on your birthday and anniversary date with us.

We will also be awarding our quarterly top three independent distributors of sales and recruits with prizes and other specials . 

7.)  Can I recruit or build a downline? 

Distributor - Yes, we believe in helping others find their dream.  If you refer someone to us and they become active by placing their first order within the quarter they sign up, you will get to choice to buy a one time kit at 40% off or receive a 5% commission on their subsequent purchases (first generation only).  Make sure that they mention your name on their sign up form.  To be eligible for your downline commissions, you must place at least one order of $25 (not including shipping) every quarter. 

Please make sure that you are willing to work with a downline first before you recruit, it it your responsibility to train your downline.

You will get paid through PayPal or snail mail check when your commission reaches $25 for that month from your downlines, or it will roll over till next month.

Flat rate of $8.50 per order no matter what the order size is.  Rush delivery at 50% of your order total maximum $500 minimum $20

Please use a different shopping cart for each drop ship order.

11.) Please explain the $2.50 service charge.

A $2.50 service charge is automatically applied for orders under $25.00 (will not reflect in the shopping cart). This charge is NOT for shipping and handling, but helps defray the cost of packing and shipping small orders. You must still add shipping costs to your order.
 

12.)  How do you label the items ?  Sold by me and created/distributed by you?

When we drop ship for you, the return label will have your company name and address, your customer will never know our name.  We do not label the items except some of the items will have a stocking number on the box that it comes in.

13.)  How long before I or my customers receive the order?

Orders shipped to you will normally take 1 to 2 weeks after full payment is received depending on where you live.  Drop shipped orders will take approximately 2 to 4 weeks after full payment is received. 

14.)  When you ship items is a tracking number associated with it ?

We can supply you with a tracking number if the shipping company supplies us with a tracking number and if you request it.  Usually your order are shipped either via UPS or United States Postal Service.

15.)  Must I sell your complete line or can I pick and chose from the available items ?

You can choose any items from our website except Enchanted Potions and Stuff-N-Snuggle.  However, there are times when our merchandise is out of stock, if so we will let you know so you can inform your customers.  Our merchandise in the RR subcategory are limited only to supply on hand, once they are sold out, we do not expect them to be back in stock, although it is possible that this may change.   are not in our drop ship list.

16.)  Where do I obtain the pictures and descriptions associated with the items for my website?

You need to save the picture to your hard drive and you can copy the descriptions from our website. The suggested method to save a picture is this: you right-click on it from our website and save the image to a directory on your computer. We ask that you not link directly to the picture on the page since the page location can change without notice. It is never wise to link to any pictures not on your server because the load time for the viewer can be counter-productive.

Or you may wish to purchase a CD with all pictures and descriptions except item numbers that start with RR.

17.)  What do I need to do to start selling for you ?  Do you have other information that will help answer questions ? 

Remember that you are independent and not an employee of AmerAsia Imports. You will not actually be selling for us - the merchandise that you select from our website becomes your merchandise and your customers are your customers, we will have no contact with your customers. You are in business and running your own business; what we are is one supplier for you. Our support services will be for you directly and you can deal with your customers directly without our intervention.  You are responsible for administration of your business, any taxes, licenses, or accounting necessary and for responding to your customer's feedback. We will not send out 1099's at the end of the year.  You must be at least 18 years or older and are legally capable of entering into a contractual agreement.  You will find that there will always be circumstances when some will complain about this or that, but you will be greatly rewarded by a flood of grateful e-mail as well. It goes with the territory.  If you have any questions, please e-mail me at mary@amerasiaimports.com and I will personally answer your questions within 48 hours, if you would like for me to call you please leave a phone number and the best time to call.