Problem: Article: When you negotiate a payment method with the supplier, be sure to settle on a low-risk option. The best payment methods include Paypal or, for purchases over $20,000 (U.S.), obtaining a letter of credit (for example, through a banking institution). You can also go through a third-party escrow service, such as Alibaba’s secure payment service, which will hold the funds until both parties confirm delivery.  Note that only suppliers located in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan are eligible to use their secure payment service. Avoid Western Union transfers, which you should only use when transferring money to someone you know very well. Alibaba’s Freight Logistics resource helps the supplier determine and pay the costs of transporting goods internationally. You then pay the supplier the cost of transport. If they haven’t already, ask your supplier to log into Alibaba and visit its Logistics page to give you an accurate estimate of customs duties and taxes.  Duties and taxes will vary based on you and your supplier’s locations. Remember that you can try to find a supplier with a warehouse in your country to avoid the cost of international transport. You can also get an idea of your goods’ customs cost by using a duty calculator. Simply input your products’ information and countries of departure and arrival into the appropriate fields to determine a cost estimate: https://www.dutycalculator.com/ Even though the supplier uses Alibaba Logistics to cover transport costs, you should still hire a customs broker just to be certain you’ve paid the proper duties and taxes, that your products will clear customs, and that you hold the proper licensing.  It might cost a few hundred U.S. dollars, but a customs violation could cost thousands in fines, and you might face legal consequences. In the U.S., you can find a customs broker using the search tool on the website of the National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America. If you live outside the U.S., check with your nation’s customs and border control government website or search online for a customs broker. If your goods have been shipped across the ocean in freight container, you’ll need to arrange transport from the port to your location. Alibaba’s Logistics page can help you ship your products over land using a carrier like FedEx or by rail, depending on your location. If you live relatively close to the destination port, the cheapest option is to hire a trucking service or rent a truck to pick up your goods. Upon receiving your goods, be sure to inspect them thoroughly for quality and to be sure you’ve received the proper quantity. If you’ve received the wrong quantity or can prove that you’ve received products of a lower quality than advertised, you can file a complaint with Alibaba’s help center.  You’ll need to send photographs of the goods that show why you’re unsatisfied, along with the initial agreement, payment documents, and all correspondence between you and the supplier.  Doing some research about your supplier before agreeing to the transaction will help ensure that you purchase goods that meet your standards. Be sure that they’re a verified supplier and remember to search online for complaints and comments from past clients. Branded goods sourced through Alibaba are likely to be counterfeit, and you could face legal consequences for reselling them. It's always best to purchase branded goods directly from the brand if you're buying wholesale to sell retail. If do purchase branded goods through Alibaba and receive counterfeits, you can file a dispute and send photographs of the products you received to Alibaba’s customer service. If you’ve paid through their secure payment system or through an escrow service, your chances of being refunded are almost certain.
Summary: Use a low-risk payment method such as Paypal. Calculate and pay your freight costs. Hire a customs broker. Have your goods shipped from the destination port. Dispute your purchase if your transaction goes wrong. Avoid purchasing branded goods through Alibaba.

Problem: Article: The preparation and application for epoxy requires more steps than other kinds of paint but, when you're finished, you will be left with a great finished floor.  To add even more flair, purchase color flakes to throw in as you're painting the floor. Epoxy paint prevents oil stains and grease from sticking to the floor and is very easy to clean. If, after leaving a plastic bag on the floor for 24 hours, moisture accumulates under the bag, regular concrete paint is a better option than epoxy. Choose either oil based or latex based paint from a local home improvement store. Use painters tape and a roll of paper to cover the bottom 12 in (30 cm) of the walls. Rinse the floor starting from the back and moving foward. When the floor is dry, use a 9 in (230 mm) paint roller to roll on the paint and let it dry according to the manufacturer's directions.  Oil based paint will last longer but requires a primer before painting. Latex paint does not require a primer but is not as durable. Measure the area of your garage floor to determine the square footage of tiles you will need. Purchase the tiles from your local home improvement store. Sweep the floor and do a quick rinse. Snap the tiles together according to the manufacturer's instructions.  Choose rigid floor tiles if you live in a climate where the temperature can change dramatically throughout the day. While floor tiles are a quick and easy way to make your floor look finished, they can be more expensive than paint and concrete sealers. Measure the area of your garage floor to make sure you purchase the right size of mat. Sweep out your garage and roll out the mat. Trim the mat with a utility knife or scissors so that it fits evenly. While roll-out mats are easy to install, they also have drawbacks like getting slippery when wet and contracting and expanding due to temperature. Do not tape the mats to the floor to allow them to expand and contract properly.
Summary: Use epoxy floor paint for a shiny finish. Use concrete paint if your floor contains too much moisture. Install snap-together floor tiles for a non-permanent option. Use roll-out mats for a quick and easy floor covering.

Problem: Article: To start, find a firm surface. Lay the infant on the firm surface with their face down. Make sure the infant's head is turned so they can breathe. Kneel near the infant's feet. You can also place the infant on your lap face down. Use the heel of your hand. Deliver five quick blows to the area between the infant's shoulder blades. Hopefully, an object will pop out quickly. With an infant, be firm in the blows but do not use harsh force. You do not want to press too hard, as this could hurt an infant. Gravity combined with back blows can provide adequate force to dislodge the object. If no object pops out, turn the infant over. Support their head with your hand, keeping the head slightly lower than the feet. Place your fingers on the lower half of the infant's breastbone. Make sure to keep your hand in the middle of your infant's breastbone and not to one side of another. Press down five times in a series of chest thrusts. If you see the object become dislodged, stop giving chest thrusts. Immediately call 9-1-1 if the object does not become dislodged. As you wait, repeat the back blows and the chest thrusts. Repeating the steps may cause the object to become dislodged while you're waiting.
Summary: Hold the infant face down. Give the baby five quick blows to the back. Turn the infant over. Give the infant five chest thrusts. Call emergency services if the objects fails to come out.

Problem: Article: Try olive oil with coarse salt, freshly ground pepper or a few hot red pepper flakes and chopped hardy herbs, such as rosemary, thyme, or sage. You can also try garlic, butter, seasoning salt, or anything you prefer. Try mustard, mayonnaise, and herbs. Save some of the sauce and use it as a dip for your cooked potatoes. Coat the potatoes well with olive oil before sprinkling your favorite dried spices over the potatoes. Rub the spices all over the outside and edges. Try salt, cumin, coriander, paprika, chili powder, allspice, freshly ground black pepper, and dried thyme with about 1-1/2 tsp. salt and a little sugar, if you like. If grilling in a packet, try adding other cut up vegetables to the same package to create unique taste combinations. Sliced onions, carrots or squash are good combinations for grilling with potatoes.
Summary:
Toss your potatoes in a seasoning mix before grilling. Create a sauce and coat your potatoes before grilling. Create a dry rub. Combine your potatoes with other vegetables.