Fabric Export Agent Working From Home

The mill or supplier usually pays your commission. Some buyers pay a service fee for sourcing help.

A percentage commission on each order, sometimes with a small retainer or sample-handling fee. Orders are often repeat business once a buyer trusts you.

• Sales and negotiation
• Knowledge of fabrics and their uses
• Organized with paperwork and deadlines
• Clear written communication across time zones

• Get the commission agreement in writing, including how long you are paid on repeat orders
• Check export filing and recordkeeping rules with the US Census Bureau or a freight forwarder before shipments go out
• Screen buyers against US sanctions and restricted-party lists before you deal with them
• Payment risk: check whether the mill wants payment upfront, a letter of credit or export credit insurance
• Check whether your city or county requires a business license for a home-based business

Estimates are typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on your setup. You hold no stock, and the mill or supplier usually pays your commission, so get the agreement in writing.

Check export filing and recordkeeping rules with the US Census Bureau or a freight forwarder before shipments go out, and screen buyers against US sanctions and restricted-party lists. Also check whether your city or county requires a home business license.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated around $800 to $4,000, depending on order volume and your commission terms. Get the agreement in writing, including how long you are paid on repeat orders.