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By Gretchen Peck

Paper merchants. Working with a paper merchant, also a popular option, affords you greater flexibility in choosing from available sheets and competitive pricing, says Monahan.

It’s always a good idea to get a second opinion, Johnston advises. “Maybe you get the opinions of both your printer and a paper merchant … as long as you’re willing to buy through either, there’s no conflict. I don’t recommend leading on someone if you’re just shopping with no intent to buy through that organization.”