While there's a lot of profit to be made in properly conducted international purchasing, there's also a lot of risk, especially when you are starting out. One of the biggest risks is that of cultural differences. If you don't understand the culture you're dealing with, and they don't understand you, assuming you even get to an agreement, it's a disaster waiting to happen.Fortunately, of all the risks, this is the easiest to mitigate ... all it takes is a little understanding, patience, and, first and foremost, a little education. Furthermore, most of your issues will probably revolve ...