Large online retailers are dominating and wiping out business for almost everyone, while at the same time paying little or no tax. This is not competition and is simply unfair and small businesses who pay their fair share, find it harder to compete on this stage.
It won't be long before all of our local businesses have gone under, so let’s all do our bit to keep businesses here within our communities.
There are many people who talk about supporting small businesses, and we're doing that too. We DO feel that it's not just about creating a platform on which they can list products and services; we have to help them become competitive against the larger businesses. That helps them, and it also helps you. That's why our small business starter package is FREE and these savings are ultimately passed onto you.
When we talk to small business owners, we find they collaborate and promoted others businesses. We innately have this within our platform as when you shop here with one seller, you are able to see other sellers and make a choice to also buy from them. We simply provide a means for you to find and shop on their great offerings.
When you place your order, the seller gets paid immediately and keeps them doing what they do best.
Most sellers on uCanton offer local pickup so you can get your order within minutes and some offer local and other delivery methods to help get stuff to you. Please check on their individual seller pages for more information.
Have a look at the sellers who are already here, and if you don't find ask them why not!
If you think we can do more to help our sellers, please let us know how by contacting us. We're always looking for more ideas to help us become better.