On April 1, Visa’s new VAMP threshold kicked in — dropping from 2.2% to 1.5%. That’s the maximum ratio of chargebacks and fraud disputes to total transactions before penalties hit. If you’re over that line, Visa charges $8 per disputed transaction, plus higher reserve requirements and potential account termination. This affects every merchant in the…
LaRae started with a $382 Compendium order in 2022. By staying on top of reorders every single month, she turned it into $30K+ in retail sales. The lesson: inventory discipline and consistent small actions compound into something remarkable.
Learn how collegiate licensing works, why it matters for your store, and how to verify that the brands you carry are officially licensed. A retailer’s guide to CLC, the OLCP hologram, and staying protected.
I walked into a KY shop and discovered we already knew each other. Connections matter — even with your AI tools. Plus: the Theory of Constraints challenge that will reveal your store’s hidden bottlenecks in 30 days.
A friend told me a story about TVA educators teaching rural Tennessee how to use electricity — 80 years after Edison. Sound familiar? Start with two things: know what sold, and know who bought it. Plus a Shopify security warning and a Google privacy tip.
Criminals are breaking into Shopify accounts, applying for $30K-$50K credit lines, and leaving store owners holding the bill. Here’s how to protect yourself — and what to do if it’s already happening to you.
How to calculate the right inventory level for your store based on square footage. A simple formula every retailer should know.
Learn how Open to Buy works and why every boutique owner should shop market with a number. A practical formula for smarter inventory buying.
What Dollywood can teach boutique owners about store layout and customer flow. Design your store the way great experiences are designed.
Recognize your winning products and go all in. How independent retailers can seize opportunities and double down on what already works.