I have been in a couple of barter groups through the years and by far this is the best one. I use barter mostly for entertaining clients and prospects. I also use barter for the tools to grow my business when ever I can. From answering service to printer to accountant. I love it. Having said that you have to understand that some businesses are not as honest as others. This is true in the COC, BBB and any group. You as a member have to shop. You will find members from time to time who can't take on more trade and some who will raise prices for barter. (Not Cool!) Sometimes it helps to talk to the owner about the service before you tell they you are dealing in barter. If the price goes up, walk away and report them. You have to be creative in how you use barter. Think out side the box and try use barter first. It also helps if you can be flexible in delivery dates etc to allow the businesses to "fill in" their slow times with barter.