Maine Niche is looking forward in serving your e-Commerce needs by expanding your marketing resources and potential product sales. The primary function of Maine Niche is to bring together Merchants in such a way as to become a major portal for Maine products. Through merging product resources, the customers will find all they need when searching for unique and popular gifts and services. To learn more about becoming a Merchant member, please read our FAQs below:

MERCHANT FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How can I learn about the Online Catalog Service provided by Maine Niche?
Simply click Online Catalog Services or email us with your questions and/or concerns. To learn more about our Catalog Services, continue reading:

What is your payment policy?
Maine Niche requires full payment at time of service. If Merchant pays other than by PayPal, Merchant Account charges will be due upon Merchants' receipt of an invoice.

Whom do I contact if I have a problem or question?
You can reach us with your problems or questions via email. We will respond to your email within 24 hours.

I currently have a website... why would I need the Online Catalog Services?
First, ask yourself can my Maine products use more online exposure? Additional visibility of your products will expand your web presence while targeting your customers. It's just another means to market your product online. Our ever-expanding product line, free services, Maine articles and our online marketing and promotional strategies will draw online shoppers from all over the world. We attract your target market placing them in the perfect buying environment where they will be easily directed to each Merchant for product sales.

Will online shoppers using search engines easily find my products?
Yes. An additional benefit in being a Maine Niche Merchant is that Maine Niche is listed within all of the major search engines. Through Maine Niche, your products will be accessible directly from search engines such as Google, Yahoo, MSN and AOL. By displaying your products in a catalog setting, customers will enjoy having the variety of products available in one, easy-to-access location. One click and they will be in direct contact with you... the Merchant!

How do I display my products within the Online Catalog?
Simply click on Catalog Services to learn more about what we offer and what we will need from you. Feel free to email us and we will respond to your inquiry within 24 hours.

How will customer orders be processed?
All customer orders will be processed directly through the Merchant (via web site, email or phone). When viewing Merchant products, ordering options will be displayed within the product detail page.

Will I be responsible for reporting Sales Tax?
Yes. Since orders will be directed and placed through each Merchant, Sales Tax will be the responsibility of the Merchant.

How will I receive customer orders?
Within the Merchant product details page, order options will be displayed. The Merchant will receive orders according to the option chosen by the potential customer (direct product link to website, email or phone). Maine Niche simply displays the products, orders will be fulfilled by the Merchant.

How will shipping and handling charges be handled?
Shipping and handling charges will be determined by each Merchant at the time a customer order is placed and processed by the Merchant.

What if I sell the same or similar products as another Maine Niche Merchant?
Because there will be several Merchants listing an assortment of products at Maine Niche, there will be some overlap in products and brands. We do not assign exclusive rights to offer particular products. There will be competition, just as in any shopping environment. However, Maine Niche will not allow the practice of price undercutting within its' Online Catalog.

Will Maine Niche set-up my products within the Online Catalog?
Yes. The look, feel and functionality of your Online Catalog display system or Merchant Showcase pages are critical to the success of your online display. We will set-up your Online Catalog. Whatever Merchant package or service you choose, we look forward in assisting you with your individual needs. To find out if your business qualifies to be a Maine Niche Merchant, you may contact us or read our Online Catalog Service page.

How long will it take to get my products online?
Most of our Online Catalog or Merchant Showcase packages can be set-up within the week. It all depends on how many products will be added to your store database and if you have all of your information readily available. Allowing time for you to get your information together and setting up your Merchant package, we can generally have you up and running in about a week.

Will I be able to personally make my own changes to my products?
No. Changes and updates will be made by Maine Niche, generally for a set fee. For a minimal set fee, product additions will be made by Maine Niche. For additional information, please contact us by email.

What online Services do you offer?
     ›Online Catalog
     ›Merchant Showcase display page
     ›Advertising opportunities
     ›Other Services - See Rates & Services
     ›Web Design & Hosting Services
     ›Free Services (Business Directory, Classifieds, Calendar)

Contact Information:
MAINE NICHE.COM
Katahdin Avenue
Millinocket, ME  04462
(207) 723-5435