Advantages of online arbitrage

There is no driving cost and less time is spent as sellers can search for products while sitting at home at ease;

Sellers can still take advantage of points and cashback programs;

Sellers can develop online sourcing skills (useful if they want to switch to either of the following two business models);

Sellers can buy in bulk and choose to have the items delivered to your door.

Potential Problems with Online Arbitrage

Delivery can be a pain point, especially when packages are delayed;

Sellers still need to be tied to a specific location and wait for delivery;

Same as retail arbitrage   , it is more difficult to scale.

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