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How to ditch bad business partners

I formed an LLC with two other partners. They are a couple. One owns 33%, the other 34% and I own 33%. We do not have any legal documents drawn up. I want to take the business and get them out. One partner does nothing and still works a full-time job and the other is a control freak ...
-Amy, Wheeling, W.V. More
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Re: How to ditch bad business partners

Get out now. Have a neutral party be the "interventionist." Write down all of your questions & concerns. I had a business partner that had filed bankruptcy (which I didn't know) in the past. She had the books. What a mess ...
-Cherie, Seattle More

How to get your product on shelves

I have a children's eco-friendly clothing line. We are taking it slow because we are branding our line and are in some ways picky about who we sell to. I have recently been approached by a distributor, but I'm not sure if this is the best way to launch into the market. Any advice?
-Deziree Williams, Sugar Free Baby, Los Angeles More
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Re: How to get your product on retailers' shelves

You need to decide if you are ready to supply a large retailer. If you are, then I would suggest you get a broker. A broker is usually an ex-buyer and now consults to help people get their product into major retailers. Decide which accounts you want to target ...
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