XBOX LIVE Points Regular Supply

**markbyrne** · 27-12-2007, 10:31 AM

Hi everyone.

I've been talking to a few suppliers of Xbox Live Points (Microsoft Points) but have yet to find someone who can supply on a regular basis. I've already started the ball rolling with Microsoft to become an official reseller, but its taking some time to set up. If anyone can supply these to me on a regular basis, then please get in touch.

Initially, I'd like a test purchase of £500 worth of stock for eBay and purpose built site sales, then providing price and sales are good, it will be an ongoing weekly re-buy. They must be UK/EU points, by the way. And price must have a margin of £2 - £4 on eBay for end sales.

Also, if you can supply Xbox Live memberships, then I'd also be interested in that stock too.

Many thanks

PT · 27-12-2007, 01:28 PM

Have you contacted any UK distributors? I'd say Gem Distribution would be the people to talk to.

**markbyrne** · 27-12-2007, 02:02 PM

Cheers mate, unfortunately the regular UK suppliers don't really help much. I've got an account with most of them, and awaiting some answers too. EDIT: Gem have got them, and I'm negotiating, but I need some further info from them. Long story! Had some good feedback today from UK sellers, so will be moving forward soon. Any further help appreciated

PT · 27-12-2007, 02:37 PM

You'll find Gem will offer you better prices if you've been using them for a while. So it may be better to contact some of the smaller distributors, who will be more lenient on price for new customers. I'll talk with a few people and pass their details on to you (If I find anything).

**markbyrne** · 27-12-2007, 02:46 PM

Cheers Tom. Much appreciated. You know where I am if you need anything too

I've had my account with them for nearly two years, but favoured another big supplier in the UK instead. The sales guy completely wiped the floor with their prices so, that was that. I remember I left things a bit open-ended on a big deal when I took my business elsewhere so not sure if they still want to deal with me. Was a bit miffed with their untimely responses etc. so will see anyway.

Eklipz · 27-12-2007, 02:49 PM

I have a supplier for 1/3/12 Months, but they are Asian Based
Same with 1600 Points card

they make a decent profit on ebay or amazon etc

But wouldnt Gem/Microsoft require you to buy in very high quantities?

PT · 27-12-2007, 02:55 PM

pwn Interactive @ Its Pete (Toms partner), don't believe we have spoken before. Anyway, I just spoke to one of the companies I've been using for some time and they no longer stock them I'm afraid. I'll keep looking though...

Eklipz @ The major distributors rarely have any minimum order (some have a minimum spend for first-time customers), although you will see the effects of ordering low quantities in their pricing. You will often find they will be more expensive than most retailers. So unless you have the right capital, it really isn't worth contacting them.

**markbyrne** · 27-12-2007, 03:11 PM

Hi Pete, nope don't think we've had the pleasure. Appreciate your efforts there mate, thank you.

Eklipz - Sending you a PM: Asian Xbox Live.

Microsoft do need some decent quantities, but being an official reseller opens doors, and has its advantages. One of the main reasons I'm looking at smaller suppliers / official UK distributors is to build the pre-sales and have some ammunition when questions are asked by MS. This way I've got a proven sales record and can negotiate with them possibly. By this time I'll have the buying and selling capacity to buy from them anyway

Eklipz · 27-12-2007, 03:48 PM

woops, sorry, i was trying to get that point across PT.
I should have put, their prices are close to RRP, it would require you to buy in bulk to make any sort of profit. To buy in bulk, you need buying power which the retailer have.

**markbyrne** · 03-01-2008, 03:31 PM

Quick update. Found my supplier, and made arrangements. Thanks for the help guys!!