On: May 21, 2025 By: David Noah
When it comes to completing export documents, one of the first questions you might ask is: Where do I start? These seven resources will help you determine what export forms you need to create, what information you need to include, and what they should look like. It never hurts to ask for help.
On: May 5, 2025 By: David Noah
Under the Incoterms 2020 rules, Free On Board (FOB) means the seller has fulfilled its obligation when the goods are loaded on the vessel nominated by the buyer. This term should only be used for sea and inland waterway transport and usually only for non-containerized bulk cargo, such as oil or grain.
On: April 30, 2025 By: David Noah
Routed export transactions shift control and increase compliance risk: Learn who files (or doesn't file) the EEI, what risks you still carry, why forwarder choice matters, and how to protect your export shipments.
On: April 21, 2025 By: David Noah
To succeed in global markets, your entire team needs to understand exporting. Here are six departments within your company that need export training—and why an Export Compliance Program (ECP) is essential for reducing risk and keeping your company compliant.
On: April 14, 2025 By: David Noah
Learn what CPT (Carriage Paid To) means under Incoterms 2020, including who pays for freight, when risk transfers, and responsibilities for customs clearance. CPT places more risk on the buyer than many realize—even though the seller pays for freight.
On: April 7, 2025 By: David Noah
Understand the key differences between freight forwarders and customs brokers—who handles what, where their roles overlap, and how they can streamline your import and export processes.
On: March 31, 2025 By: David Noah
Learn how Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) under Incoterms 2020 places maximum responsibility on the seller, including import duties, taxes and customs clearance. Understand the risks and how to protect yourself when using DDP. It's rarely the best term to use for the seller or buyer.
On: March 19, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Reshoring production? EXIM’s Make More in America Initiative (MMIA) offers financing for U.S. manufacturing tied to exports, with priority for small businesses.
On: March 6, 2025 By: David Noah
Before you attempt to export goods from the U.S. to Russia, read this article.
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