Why Barter Trade with Tradebank of Canada

Why Trade

Tradebank International is a leader in trade with offices and members all across the US and Canada.

Join the growing number of companies who are reaping the benefits of trade. Regardless of your business size or industry, you can improve your cash flow, cut down on expenses, and eliminate excess inventory by incorporating trade into your operations.

As a savvy business owner, you undoubtedly want to maximize profits and improve your bottom line. That's why trading is an essential tool you can't afford to ignore. Trading isn't just a cost-effective way to manage your resources - it's also an excellent way to generate revenue and boost profits. By embracing the power of trading, you can take control of your financial future and set your business up for long-term success.

With Trade You Can

Increase sales by obtaining new customers with both cash and trade
Reduce cash outlay – buy products and services with Tradebank dollars while leaving your cash in the business
Enjoy discounts on trade purchases (You are buying products and services at a wholesale cost)
Convert your excess inventory or time into tangible things you need

The goal of business today is to keep as much cash in the bank as possible

– not in the hands of vendors.

Cash flow has the potential to grow and flourish year after year, driven by the impact of increased gross sales and careful management of expenses.

With access to over 125,000 products and services, you have a wide array of choices for your business. From dream vacations to top-notch marketing services, quality education resources, and essential office supplies – the possibilities are endless. For more ideas, check out our Trade Possibilities.

Imagine being able to use Tradebank as an additional source of income for your business! Using Tradebank like an alternate expense account, you can tap into extra business and use those earnings to pay for your existing expenses without affecting your cost of goods sold. This means that you can keep your cash in the bank, improving both your cash flow and profitability. It's a win-win situation for your business.

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Trade Brokers

Many people have experienced challenges with trade and barter companies when it comes to getting the support they need. It can be frustrating to sign up and not know how to use the system to make money. We place a high value on providing personalized service to our members. We're here to help you succeed and make the most out of your membership.

Our team is here to help you grow. When you join us, you'll be matched with an expert Business Development Manager/Broker. They'll take the time to get to know your business and industry inside and out, so they can provide personalized support just for you.

Our trade brokers are here to assist you in buying and selling strategically within our extensive Tradebank network. With our cutting-edge technology, you can expect lightning-fast and efficient trading with unmatched accuracy.

Regional Exchange Offices

As a Tradebank member, you have a solid, experienced organization with regional offices across Canada and the United States. Your Trade Broker personally manages your account to promote your business. Your broker will be available to continually guide you on how to get the most for your business as a Tradebank member.

Think of your Trade Broker as a partner that can help you manage your business; however, where most resources COST you money, your Trade Broker MAKES you money.

Your Tradebank broker is well trained, highly knowledgeable, and experienced in all aspects of trade to ensure your business success.

Regional Exchange Offices

As a Tradebank member, you have a solid, experienced organization with regional offices across Canada and the United States. Your Trade Broker personally manages your account to promote your business. Your broker will be available to continually guide you on how to get the most for your business as a Tradebank member.

Think of your Trade Broker as a partner that can help you manage your business; however, where most resources COST you money, your Trade Broker MAKES you money.

Your Tradebank broker is well trained, highly knowledgeable, and experienced in all aspects of trade to ensure your business success.

Your broker will work closely with you in every aspect of your trade business

Your broker will:

Promote your business & bring you new sales
Assist you in sourcing products and services
Facilitate larger trade transactions
Send you new business
Help you make trades
Educate you on trading

Every step of the way your Tradebank broker will help you to succeed in your trade business. No other trade exchange is as comprehensive or responsive!

Opportunity, advantage, and growth – reasons companies choose Tradebank.

Bottom-Line Benefits:

The A-Sharp Printing Case Study

To get an idea of how Tradebank can help you grow your business, let’s look at a case study for A-Sharp Printing, Inc. Bob Jones is the president and owner of A-Sharp, which provides copying and graphic design services. Like other owners of most businesses, Bob is constantly looking for ways to improve his company’s cash flow.

Sales for the year are forecast at just over $1,000,000.
Cost of Goods Sold (the bulk of which is paper, ink, and other materials) are equal to 50% of sales, delivering a gross margin of 50%.
Fixed Expenses consisting of rent, utilities, leases and maintenance agreements for printing equipment total just under $250,000
Variable Expenses such as advertising, travel, and other sales and marketing activities have $200,000 budgeted.

What is the effect?

A-Sharp Printing actually obtained $51,000 more sales with trade (just over 5% increase)
Cash flow improved by using the T$50,000 to pay for operating expenses - mostly variable expenses
The business reduced its cash expenses and increased its net profit by more than 40% by trading through Tradebank
A 5% increase in sales generated a 40% improvement in profits

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Tradebank of Canada is a leading barter exchange that enables business owners of any size to convert what they have into products and services that they need.