- 1). Visit your local or state department of revenue's office to obtain your license and resale permits, also known as "certificate of resale" or a "certificate of authority." Verify the place of business is within zoning regulations. Briefly explain your fitness equipment business objectives, where and how you will be selling your products.
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Previously opened gyms sell their fitness equipment.the gym image by Rick Sargeant from Fotolia.com
Purchase fitness equipment from factories and previously operating gyms. You can find fitness equipment of heavy-duty quality, such as weights, elliptical machines, treadmills, exercise bikes, and cable-and-pulley equipment. Sell your fitness equipment to different fitness gyms and apartment complexes with fitness rooms. Supply managers and owners with a brochure of your fitness equipment; the prices; the options available such as leasing or rent to own; and the delivery rates. Exchange contact information with your equipment buyers. - 3
Build business relationships with clients.Three office workers image by Vladimir Melnik from Fotolia.com
Build business relationships with potential fitness equipment buyers. Follow up with a phone call, email or a visit to their business. Listen to their suggestions and give professional feedback. When buyers make a fitness equipment order, review the invoice for the equipment purchased such as equipment's description, price, and delivery procedures. Make sure to follow up with your fitness equipment buyer a week after they receive their fitness equipment. - 4). Build a website to display your fitness equipment. Give customers the option to buy or lease online. Promote your business by using social networking websites, such as eBay and Craigslist. Advertise in local newspapers, magazines and business newsletters. Post flyers at or near busy gyms and fitness centers. Contact hotel and condominium owners in your area to determine if they need fitness equipment. Headquarters of large corporations often operate fitness centers as well. You can contact the local facility managers of these companies.
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