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Small Business Support: we can help!

Posted by Delarae Ritchie on

Small businesses are tough; really tough.   Home-based businesses can be even tougher.  It can be hard to separate your work life from home life.   Then what do you use as the phone number and address on your business cards and addresses?  Do you really want to be giving out your home address to everyone? 

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My-Del.ca in the newspaper!

Posted by Delarae Ritchie on

My-Del.ca is in the local newspaper this week!  ---------------- Georgetown woman makes online shopping convenient again Online shopping has never been easier, but frequent online shoppers will know all too well the challenges associated with convenience, from porch pirates to damaged goods. Delarae Ritchie, owner of MyDel, a delivery concierge service, offers solutions. “My spouse broke his back,” Ritchie said. Her husband had major spinal fusion surgery that left him confined primarily to a bed. “He’s still able to walk, but he’s in a lot of pain pretty much all of the time. “I felt like I couldn’t go out,...

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FAQ: Why does my-del.ca offer free services?

Posted by Del R on

One of the questions that we get a lot is "Why do you offer free services?  What's in it for you?"

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What is an HS Code and why does it matter?

Posted by Delarae Ritchie on

Details are important, especially when shipping items across international borders. The "HS Code" (Harmonized Item Description and Coding System) is an international standard that is constantly changing and evolving. A single item may qualify under multiple codes but there is usually one that is the best fit. Choosing a less than optimal code can result in higher than necessary taxes, duty, fees and potentially delays at the border.  In some cases, there can be legal penalties and charges.   
If you ship frequently or high-value items, it is worthwhile to familiarize yourself with the HS Codes and keep up to date with updates.

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How to help small businesses thrive

Posted by Delarae Ritchie on

Small business ownership is tough.   It is difficult at the beginning when you are trying to build and establish the business.   It is also challenging to sustain and grow the business for the long-term.   There are many small but meaningful ways that you can help the small business owners in your life.

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