Don't over-complicate the eBay listing process. Make sure to conduct research before posting your item for sale. Rest assured, 9 times out of 10, the item you are listing is currently on eBay or has been sold there. Search active listings as well as completed listings. See what the average...
When packing eBay merchandise, don't just throw it into a box. Make sure to wrap it neatly and securely with tissue paper, bubble wrap, packing peanuts or other soft options. You want to give your buyer a good impression, let them know you cared down to the very last detail....
Since buyers cannot touch or feel your eBay merchandise, it is your job as a seller to effectively present your merchandise with quality photos. Make sure to use a contrasting background so your item will pop. Natural light helps so I try to take my pictures on bright, sunny days...
Make sure to enclose a thank you note inside your eBay package. Also, personalize it by writing in the buyer's name or eBay id. Here's my template, tweak it to fit your needs. Dear (write in the buyer's ID or name), Thank you for your eBay purchase! Once you receive...
The question I constantly hear from people interested in selling on eBay is, how do I determine shipping costs? Well, the United States Postal Service (USPS) has made this much easier with their Priority Mail flat rate boxes which totally eliminate the guess work! You can set-up your account online,...
Would you purchase an item on eBay from a seller who has little or no feedback? I'm sure the answer is no (or at least it is for me). How does someone interested in becoming a seller establish credibility so people are comfortable and confident buying from them? The answer...
Contest is closed! Congratulations to John on winning this great eBay resource! For my regular readers, you know I am obsessed with eBay. You have witnessed hundreds of tweets, facebook updates and blog posts about eBay and how to make money using the online auction house. I have read many...
My newest tv obsession is the show "American Pickers" on the History channel. Two guys rummage through junk piles, abandoned barns, and neglected garages and buildings for hidden treasures. They make deals with the junk owners and then resell the merchandise for a profit. It is so comical to watch...