When selecting a prep center, do you prefer to choose one in the same state as your supplier, or do you stick with a trusted prep center even if it's located in a different state?

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I often find it difficult to consistently find both a supplier and a reliable prep center in the same state. I’d be interested to hear what approach others are taking.

What’s generally considered the best practice among sellers?

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Choosing a supplier in a tax free state is most important.

Even though most suppliers you can give a tax exempt for to, sometimes you find deals at 3am and don’t want to wait until you can submit a tax exempt form and be approved.

You can also find distributors that ship direct to Amazon with your fnsku so prep center is not required for this source.

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It’s better to choose a reliable prep center.

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Thank you so much for your detailed answer.

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It’s generally best to choose a reliable prep center, even if it’s in a different state, rather than trying to match it with your supplier’s location. This way, you ensure quality and consistency in your prep work.