Start a Business—We’ll Show You How. Entrepreneur magazine’s Startup series presents everything you need to know about starting and running more than 55 of today’s hottest businesses. As a successful import/export agent, you can net a healthy six-figure income by matching buyers and sellers from around the globe, right from your own home.This book is loaded with valuable insights and practical advice for tapping into highly lucrative global markets.You’ll learn every aspect of the startup process, including:Choosing the most profitable goods to buy and sellSetting up and maintaining a trade routeUsing the internet to simplify your transactionsHow the government can help you find products and customersEssential trade law information to keep your business in complianceHow to choose a customs brokerThe latest government policiesProven methods for finding contacts in the United States and abroadPlus, you'll gain the tricks of the trade from successful importers/exporters and hundreds of valuable resources help you become a player in the lucrative world of international exchange.