Your local chamber of commerce is often a good place to start. If you’re in touch with other business owners, crowdsourcing from your network is another great way to get info on which wholesalers you should look into and which ones you should avoid. If you want to find trustworthy wholesalers online, you should try a B2B wholesale marketplace.

Choosing the best place to shop for discounted bulk items all depends on what your needs are. If you’re interested in buying something to supply your online store, Alibaba, DHgate, Global Sources, or even eBay are good choices. If you just want a great deal on something at a wholesale price, check out DHgate or eBay.