The orders are commissions, helping to secure the production of the clothes presented.

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To secure that valuable real estate, unscrupulous vending operators will offer commissions up to 40%.

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Even if your job is secure, your income may not be stable if a significant percentage of it comes from commissions, bonuses, or profits from a company you own.

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