Common questions
Fair questions, straight answers.
How does Local Margin make money?
We're not a middleman taking a cut of your deals — we're an organizer. Local Margin runs on a flat $19.99/mo subscription after your 45-day free trial; we don't take a percentage of what you buy or what you save, so you keep 100% of your savings. We negotiate as your buyer of record, and you always decide whether to take the price.
Am I locked into anything?
No. Joining is free with no exclusivity or minimum commitment. Use the member rates that make sense for your business and ignore the rest.
Are the savings numbers your results?
No, and we want to be upfront. The figures shown are published industry benchmarks for what the GPO model achieves elsewhere. We're early, and we'd rather earn your trust with honesty than borrowed numbers.
What categories do you negotiate?
Freight and shipping, 3PL and fulfillment, packaging and prep, software and tools, and inventory sourcing. Member demand decides which suppliers we pursue first.
Do I need a credit card to join?
No. Signup takes about two minutes and never asks for a card. Members get full tool access free for a 45-day trial, then $19.99/mo at the founding price.
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