We know the first thing you want to know is:
"How much will it cost and what will I get for my money?"
Our Service Levels are:
Level A: $20 set-up fee, plus $10 per month, for a minimum of 3 months. This will provide you with 1 page which can include text and up to 3 photos.
The text would need to contain your description, pricing and how the reader can order. We will format the page, upload the photos that you email us, include 'meta-tags' to guide buyers to your page and a web-site address you can use in your other marketing materials.
Level B: $25 per month, for a minimum of 3 months. This will provide you with up to 3 pages which can include text, up to 6 photos, or 3 photos and 1 form. We can include links to an email address and/or another web-site.
The text would need to contain your description, pricing and how the reader can order. We will format the page, upload the photos that you email us, include 'meta-tags' to guide buyers to your page and a web-site address you can use in your other marketing materials.
Level C: This is a 'custom' level and would have to be quoted based on the cutomer's needs. We always strive to keep your costs at a minimum and would give you the best price we could. These pages would contain all of the basics as quoted above plus whatever custom services we could provide for you. For example, you may have a larger variety of products, a more complex order form, a need for accepting credit cards, or downloadable product. like a book. The attached Application can be marked as Request for Quote.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How will I know how to design a page for the site?
We actually design it for you. We'll have much of the information we need on your application. We will also ask you to tell us what your buyers should know about the product(s). We will submit a copy for your approval and accommodate any changes you want to make to the best of our ability.
How do I send pictures, materials and text to you. Can I just mail them?
We prefer that anything you want on the site be e-mailed to us, or sent to us on disk in a text, or Word for Windows format. Don't bother with alot of fancy formatting, or text as we will need to tweak it to fit our site. All graphics (photos and drawings) need to be sent to us in a .jpg format. If you must send us hard-copies, There will be a conversion charge to cover our extra labor. We would bill that at $25 per hour. You can assume an average of 1 to 2 hours.
Do I have to get my own domain name? How will my website address look?
The good news with this program is that you don't have to get a domain name. You will be 'piggy-backing' on our site. Let's say your business name is Cal's Kites. Your URL could be www.mtcbiz.net/cals_kites.html
Does MTC advertise for me?
Not specifically. We periodically advertise our site, which brings buyers and sellers to the MTC Marketplace. We would have to charge our clients hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars if we did their advertising. We also use meta tags which help search engines find sites that customer's want. For example, if someone typed in "Kites" in a search, they might be directed to several sites, one of which would be Cal's page.
If I am advertising, why do I need the MTC Marketplace?
Because, if you have a large amount of information, pictures,etc. on a website, your print ads can be much smaller. In advertising smaller means less expensive. Instead of a large display ad, you could run more small ads that grab the reader's interest and refers them to your website page address. Now they'll get all the visuals and details you want them to see.
How do I know if this is working for me?
Your first indication will be easy. You'll start getting orders! You may get many right away, or the volume may grow slowly.
One of the reasons we have a three month minimum is that any marketing effort takes some time to convert notice, to sales. Any advertising firm will tell you that the 3 month period is fairly standard. It is to our benefit for this to work for you. We have discovered that those who are successful stay with us, refer others to us and expand their business with us as they grow.
Are there any penalties for cancelling?
No. Once you have passed the first three month mark, you will still be billed quarterly, however, should you cancel before the pre-paid time is up, you will be quickly cancelled and reimbursed any funds due you for unused time.
Can my buyers pay with credit cards on your site?
We have a number of options to help your customers pay you for your products. To answer your question, legally, MTC cannot accept your customer's credit card, for your products, under our business name. However, this does not necessarily prevent you from getting quick payment. We would need to work with you to get your own account, set you up with PayPal, or find the easiest way for you to get paid.
Is there any reason why I couldn't sign up with MTC?
We cannot always accept every account that applies. If we feel the product is of questionable quality, or you are unable to deliver the goods in a timely fashion, we could decline. We also retain the right to cancel an account if we receive an inordinate number of complaints against the merchant. This fortunately has not happened is the past!
How do I get started?
The good news...Don't send money! Fill out the following questionaire to the best of your ability and email it to us. We will determine if your product fits our program. If we need more information, we will contact you. We will then notify you of our decision and request a sample of your product. (If you feel this would create a problem, let us know.)
Once you are accepted we will send you a welcome package with our agreement and all fees quoted. Then, and only then, will you be asked to pay for your startup and first 3 months of service. We will immediately design your page and ask you to view it for your approval. Once you are satisfied, you're on-line and ready to go.
How long will this process take?
The approval process can take as little as a week. The web page(s) design can take as little as 3 business days. Keep in mind that the sooner you are able to get information, or product sample, to us, the shorter the time span. If your needs are more complex than the average, extra time may be required for the setup. We will keep you advised during the process.
Here is the initial information we will need to get you approved.
Simply copy and paste to your email, answer the questions and send to>. Email link>>
Name:
E-Mail address:
- Are you a U.S. resident?
- Name of product:
- Is this one single product, or multiple products? Explain.
- Description and/or use of product:
- Target market:
- Have you sold this product before? How?
- Have others sold this product before? How?
- What price are you going to charge?
- Do you currently accept credit cards? How?
- Will you be fulfilling the orders, or will someone else do that? (explain)
- How long to you anticipate it takes you to fill an order once you receive payment/or order?
- Do you have any other questions for us at this time?
