Frequently Asked Questions
How do I start a Fully Done For You Walmart Store With Ecom Point Automation?
This partnership opportunity requires an initial upfront management fee as well as working capital to grow the store. We partner with clients who have a steady income or financial profile and are looking to diversify into the e-commerce space. Please set up a consultation above if this describes you! That is the first step.
Is the startup fee one-time only?
Yes. The startup fee is one-time only and we use the funding to open a Walmart Store. This like your own website with live products, reviews, and e-com history is needed. Once we get your store approved, we will dedicate a person just for your Walmart store that will do the sourcing, ordering, and shipping.
How do returns work?
Whenever a customer wants a return, the team will send them a return label and ship the order back to wherever we sourced it. We try to make it as hands-free and hands-off as possible for our clients.
What will my store sell?
We sell general products in different niches from different US suppliers, such as Home improvement products, gadgets, apparel, etc. We don’t sell anything offensive, drug, or adult-related.
What makes my store different from others?
Product research is done for each store individually by our full-time product research team, so each store will have different products posted on them.
How many products will be in my store?
At first, your store will have 10-50 products. This is the starting phase as we do not want to raise any red flags with Walmart. Your store will have around 100 products in month two which is more than enough. Walmart also likes to place purchasing limits on new stores and the limit is around $15,000 a month. But this goes away after month 3.
What are the profit margins for Walmart stores?
The profit margins for Walmart stores are between 18% and 30%. We work really hard to keep the profit margins on the higher end. Do not be fooled if someone tells you that you can make 50% as that is not real.
Why do you need me if you can do it yourself?
Walmart has a strict policy and one person can only run one store. This means if I open up a Walmart store in my name, I won’t be able to open a second one as they will both get shut down. In fact, even if a family member that lives on the same address tries to open a Walmart store, they will get shut down.
How long does the setup process take?
Once the contract is signed, our team will start building your online presence. This process takes one week. From there, you will schedule an onboarding call with your account manager and together you will apply for the Walmart store. From that point, we wait for Walmart to approve your application which takes up to 5 business days. After that, we will start the product research process for your store and will add products. In short, the setup process takes up to 3 weeks.
What happens if Walmart bans my account?
Walmart will only ban your account if you have products that are against their terms and conditions. We are never going to sell such products in your store. However, if your account gets banned for whatever reason, our professional appeals team will submit an appeal and will get your account up and running again.
Can I pause my stores if they are growing too fast?
Yes, we can put your stores on vacation mode to stop new sales if you run out of capital.
How much working capital should I need outside of the management fee?
We like to start with anything below $500 a week budget. If we get above $500 a week in the beginning, there is a good chance that we will raise some red flags and Walmart will start breathing in our necks. However, if we keep the first month under $500 a week, which is $2000 a month, we are all good. In month two, we can raise the bar to $5000 a month. Month 3 can go up to $10,000 a month. This is when you really start making money!
How does Walmart pay?
At first, Walmart pays every 2 weeks. However, after a few months, when we gain their trust, we can start getting payments every week.
How long does it take to get a return on your management fee?
You can expect to see a return on your management fee within 4-6 months. Of course every partner is different, so your specific results may vary.