A: Renting a space at The Mercantile offers several compelling benefits that make it an ideal choice for small business owners looking to minimize costs while maximizing exposure. Here are some of the key advantages: 1. Cost-Effective Business Opportunity: By leasing space within our extensive 33,000 square foot store, you can operate your own business at a fraction of the cost compared to running a standalone store. 2. Ample Operating Hours: The Mercantile is open daily from 10 AM to 7 PM, providing ample opportunity for customer traffic and sales. 3. Staff Management: We take the complexity out of hiring and managing staff. Our team is responsible for facilitating sales, giving you more time to focus on sourcing and curating your unique items. 4. Robust Marketing Support: Benefit from our extensive marketing efforts, including large Google Ads campaigns and active social media presence. This ensures your products receive the visibility they deserve, reaching a wider audience without additional costs on your part. 5. Strategic Location: Nestled within a vast space teeming with thousands of unique treasures, The Mercantile attracts a diverse and consistent customer base, creating a vibrant shopping environment that encourages discovery and repeat visits. By leveraging these benefits, you can grow your antique business effectively and enjoy the support of a well-managed and highly trafficked retail environment.

A: We're thrilled that you're interested in becoming a vendor at The Mercantile! To start your journey with us, you'll need to apply online through our website at themercantilefl.com/become-a-vendor. The application process involves providing some essential information about yourself, such as your previous experience as a vendor, details about what you plan to sell, and photos of your merchandise. Once your application is reviewed and accepted, you'll be invited to visit our expansive 33,000 square-foot space to choose from the available vendor spots. After selecting your space, you'll sign a month-to-month agreement and pay the first month's rent. It's a straightforward process designed to welcome the best and most unique treasures into our store. Join us and become a part of The Mercantile family today!

A: At The Mercantile, we utilize a program called Consignor Access to streamline and efficiently manage our vendor inventory. Once you become a vendor with us, you will receive a login for Consignor Access. Through this platform, you can easily submit descriptions, quantities, and prices for each of your items. When you're ready to finalize your submission, the system will automatically generate UPC barcoded labels for each item. We print these labels in-store and place them in your designated folder for easy access. This process ensures accurate tracking and management of your inventory, allowing you to focus on providing unique and high-quality merchandise to our customers.

A: At The Mercantile, we offer a diverse range of rental spaces to accommodate the needs of vendors. Our available spaces include open shelf units, picture walls, locked showcases, and booth spaces. Each of these options can vary significantly in size and price, ensuring flexibility to suit different inventory sizes and budgets. Open shelf units are perfect for displaying smaller items, picture walls allow for an appealing presentation of artwork, locked showcases offer added security for valuable pieces, and booth spaces provide a more extensive area for larger collections. To find out more about the specific dimensions and pricing, please visit our store or contact our team directly at 407-725-7036 or via email info@themercantilefl.com, and we will be happy to help you find the perfect space for your antiques and unique items.

A: The Mercantile offers a variety of rental spaces tailored to showcase your unique antiques and collectibles within our expansive 33,000 square foot store. For specific pricing details, we encourage you to contact our store directly at 407-725-7036 or via email at info@themercantilefl.com. Please note that The Mercantile takes a 12% commission on all sales made through your rented space. This ensures we can continue to provide a high-quality shopping experience for both vendors and customers alike.

A: The Mercantile offers a unique shopping experience with its 33,000 square foot vendor market that features almost 200 vendors. You can find a vast array of items including antiques, vintage pieces, collectibles, vinyl records, handmade soaps, candles, original artwork, jewelry, boutique clothing, sports memorabilia, and vintage apparel, among other treasures. The diversity of items stems from being home to hundreds of small businesses under one roof, providing a unique and ever-changing inventory. For those interested in becoming a vendor, we offer a month to month agreement for space rental and take 12% commission on sales. The first step is to apply at themercantilefl.com/become-a-vendor!

A: The Mercantile does not offer appraisal services. Additionally, we are not aware of a reputable appraisal company in the Orlando area. Our primary focus is on providing a unique shopping experience with our extensive collection of antiques and unique treasures across our 33,000 square foot space. We encourage visitors to explore our diverse offerings and reach out to industry experts outside of our store for appraisal needs.

A: As a vendor-based mall, we do not purchase items. We do accept submissions share with our vendors to review. You can submit your items here: themercantilefl.com/sellingitems If a vendor is interested in purchasing your item, you will receive a call or email from the vendor directly. ​ All interactions for the sale are to be kept between the vendor and the seller. The transaction/sale will not be done through The Mercantile or through the The Mercantile system.

A: The Mercantile operates on a month to month vendor space rental system rather than consignment. Vendors rent spaces within our 33,000 square foot store, where they have the freedom to price, stage, and merchandise their unique items. This setup allows vendors to fully express their creativity and showcase their treasures in a personalized way. The Mercantile handles all retail sales transactions, customer service, and general store marketing, ensuring a seamless experience for both vendors and customers. If you are interested in becoming a vendor at The Mercantile, please apply at themercantilefl.com/become-a-vendor.