auntcarrie4 Wrote:
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> I would like to start doing the shipping shops but
> not sure if its worth it for all the prep work.
> What kind of boxes do you guys get? Does it work
> out to make you money after all is said and done?
I get any kind of box that isn't large and can stand up to being mailed. I can get some at my day job, or save some from purchases or from Post Office buddies. For me it does work out for money because you can be in and out in as 4-5 minutes if there is no line. The time to enter the shops are reasonable as well. In addition, you can mail packages that you actually need to mail and get full or partial reimbursement.
But you are right, there is a learning curve because of all the client specific information and the significant detail of the observations. If you are doing one or two every few months, it may not be worth it. However, if you want to add these to your regular routine, I find them quick and easy (once you have learned the details and pay requisite attention during the shop) there are many locations that are shopped frequently.
Good luck!
Happily shopping Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts and Connecticut