For you to gain more customers, you would typically hire additional sales people, advertise, reduce prices or offer incentives. By accepting an alternative method of payment i.e. Bartercard trade dollars, you open up your business to a whole new market of customers and in turn gain a competitive advantage. The new customers you’ll receive from Bartercard will be motivated to buy from you. This directly results in increasing your sales opportunities.
Bartercard enables you to increase your sales, and in turn, you are able to spend the trade dollars you earn, to purchase products and services for your business and lifestyle. Effectively, you are offsetting some of your cash expenses by using your trade dollars instead, therefore saving your cash.
Since Bartercard is a membership-based community there are many local and national networking events that are designed to provide introductions. Via new contacts, business is constantly being conducted through the trade exchange, and additional new cash referral business is reciprocated as a result of new relationships.
In this edition of District32’s Business Magazine, we discuss effective strategies to help you utilise your excess stock!
In the cash economy, in order to sell excess stock, a business will typically apply a discount, run dealer promotions or write off excess stock.
Through Bartercard, business owners are able to sell excess inventory at the normal selling price negating the need to reduce precious profit margins.
Many Bartercard members utilise their trade dollars to indulge themselves or family. Whether it’s treating themselves to a well-deserved vacation or a leisurely weekend getaway or splurging on dining experiences, clothing, entertainment, hobby gear, gym memberships, massages, or home furnishings, each expenditure contributes to an enriched lifestyle.
*Membership joining fee applies. Transaction fees will still apply for any trades that occur within the first month. Monthly membership: $49 a month, trade fees apply.
Members can request an increase on their interest-free trade limit from $10,000 to $25,000, dependent on their trading volumes, equity, and collateral. With this interest-free trade limit, Bartercard members can finance the essential capital growth needed to expand their businesses. Some have sought significant increases, utilising these trade dollars to acquire new factories and office spaces, undertake renovations, or execute extensive marketing initiatives to bolster their business growth.
Any application for an increase of trade limit is subject to approval.
Bartercard can help you attract the right people for the job and keep them happy with rewards paid for with Bartercard rather than cash. Choose from incentives such as holidays, gift certificates or restaurant vouchers to make your team feel rewarded and appreciated.
As a Bartercard member, you can buy goods from other members within the ecosystem at wholesale or retail prices, expanding your product line for resale in both the cash and/or trade economy. This flexibility allows you to diversify your offerings beyond your own products.
By being a Bartercard member, you’ll gain free local and national exposure through Bartercard’s online directory, eCommerce platform MyBC and our weekly Bartercard Digital Deals newsletter.
All members are able to apply for an increase in Trade Limit, subject to trading amounts, their equity and security. With their Trade Limit, Bartercard members are able to fund the capital growth necessary to grow their business. Some business owners have applied for a substantial a Trade Limits which they’ve used to renovate businesses or upgrade equipment.
EXCELLENT Based on 178 reviews Irene McDonald2025-04-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently used the barter card services through Renee Muir and she has fulfilled all expectations and more. I would highly recommend Renee for any future business relationship required. Phil Charles2025-04-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service from Natasha in the Perth office Hayley O'Neill2025-04-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I’ve had an outstanding experience with the trades management team at Bartercard. From the start, I found the team - especially trade specialist Renee Muir to be incredibly personable, organised, and genuinely committed to helping my business thrive. Renee was not only professional but also took the time to build a real connection, understand my needs, and offer tailored solutions that made sense. Her communication was clear and timely, and I truly appreciated how approachable and trustworthy she was throughout the process. It’s rare to find such a perfect balance of professionalism and authenticity - this is someone who cares about people, not just sales but building strong connections, collaboration and supporting you in every aspect of your business. If you're considering working with Bartercard, I highly recommend them. The level of service is exceptional, and you'll be in great hands. Aaron Van Der Meulen2025-04-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently joined bartercard with the help of Leon and Renee, Thank you both for such amazing service and help. We have received a very warm welcome and not only some connections to help us and our business very quickly but also ideas that we never thought of doing. The ideas alone are probably worth joining for. :) Very happy to be here and looking forward to seeing what the future brings. Thank you both Renee and Leon you're amazing. Ralph Wildenauer2025-04-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Good for extra business especially for excess stock or downtime. Have bought a car, artwork and many other items with my trade dollars. Darryl Vine2025-04-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. After three decades with Bartercard, I can confidently say that being part of this unique alternative currency and marketplace has not only added value to my business, but to my entire way of thinking about commerce, collaboration, and contribution. Bartercard has always stood for something more than just trade—it represents an ideology rooted in mutual support, innovation, and economic resilience. The ability to leverage an alternative currency has opened doors, solved cashflow challenges, and created opportunities that simply wouldn't have existed in a traditional market. But it’s not just about the transactions; it’s about the people behind them. The community of Bartercard businesses, bound by a shared belief in growth through cooperation, is something truly special. I want to extend a sincere thank you to Andrew Federowsky—your return to the helm is both reassuring and inspiring. Your vision and steady leadership helped shape what Bartercard is today, and it’s exciting to see you steering the ship once again. And an enormous shout-out to Renee—your enthusiasm, passion, and unwavering commitment to helping businesses thrive is nothing short of extraordinary. You don't just support business—you energize it. Bartercard works if you work it. And if you're willing to lean into the spirit of trade, there's so much value to unlock—not just in transactions, but in relationships, resilience, and long-term success. As a new journey begins with Bartercard, again this time as a trader, we are thankful for the wonderful support, Andrew, Renee and the team has already provided us at the Firefly Initiative and we look forward to meeting old friends and new businesses as we all work together to grow this amazing community again. Thank you, Bartercard. Here's to the next chapter. Jennifer Trevorrow2025-04-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The Bartercard team are amazing! A charity I work with joined the network before eofy and I was absolutely blown away by the donations we received and the support we go from our account manager Renee. Highly recommend looking into Bartercard if you are a charity or wanting to grow your business. Joanne Rahn2025-04-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I have been a proud member of Bartercard since 2013, and I can confidently say that it has been a game-changer for both my husband and I. Bartercard has played an instrumental role in helping us achieve our personal and business goals, far beyond just trading. The platform has allowed us to connect with a diverse network of businesses, enabling us to access goods and services that we might not have been able to afford otherwise. This has not only improved our cash flow but has also opened up new opportunities for growth and collaboration. We have been able to sell excess inventory, acquire new customers, and even network with other businesses, all thanks to Bartercard. I would like to extend a special thank you to Renee Muir for her exceptional assistance throughout our journey. Her support and guidance have made our experience with Bartercard even more rewarding. If you're looking for a way to enhance your business and reach your goals, I highly recommend joining Bartercard. It truly is a valuable resource for any business owner! Dasha Yosuico2025-04-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've worked with Bartercard, specifically Renee for almost 2 years now and she's been such a star recommending clients to us left and right! We've created such a solid client base because of her and BC and i can't imagine working with anyone else. #WELOVEBARTERCARD
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