Most major department stores and official liquidation platforms require you to be a registered business to purchase bulk inventory.
: This document allows you to buy inventory without paying sales tax, as you intend to collect tax from the end consumer later. Platforms like B-Stock require this for most major U.S. retailer marketplaces. 2. Choose Your Sourcing Method There are two primary ways to acquire this inventory: Direct Retailer Marketplaces (Official Channels)
Many large retailers run their own private B2B auction sites to move excess stock quickly.