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My last negative for a buyer.
I left my last negative feedback for a poorly behaved buyer earlier this week. Call me petty, but it felt good.
More On eBay's 2008 Changes. . .
During February I sent out a series of articles about dealing with eBay's changes. In this issue I'll look at the results of the changes I made to my auctions.
Overcoming eBay's New Digital Download Prohibition
You can no longer list downloadable items in categories outside everything else > information products, and must use classified ads rather than auctions or fixed price listings. This article explains four ways to get around this new rule.
Sorting Antiques - The Three Piles
This article explains how I sort antiques into three piles. Stuff to sell on eBay, items to place in antique malls, and junk for yard sales or flea markets.
Using The Word Like In eBay Titles
eBay doesn't like the word LIKE. You cannot use it in titles to make comparisons to other brands, and you cannot use it in condition statements. The first rule makes sense, but LIKE NEW is a commonly used condition statement. They are trying to protect people who buy underwear on eBay.
Common eBay Abbreviations
Have you ever wondered what the abbreviations you see in eBay auctions mean? Here's a list of common (and uncommon) abbreviations and their meanings.
Create Your Own eBay Most Watched Page
Since I showed off my most watched items pages, many of my readers asked about making their own. Here's a quick and easy form. Just copy and paste.
Skip McGrath Says Never Mind
Skip McGrath wants us to think he's Emily Litella. After promoting Exponent Trading, and attacking me for warning people off, he's now saying Never Mind. I say not good enough.
BayRSS eBay Affiliate Plugin For WordPress Review
This is a neat plugin for Wordpress blogs. This review explains how I've been using it, and shows you how to leverage work you are already doing to get some commissions.
How To Add Audio To eBay Auctions
There are a few cases when adding a recorded message to your eBay auctions makes sense. It's easy and can be done with the tools you already have. This article explains when to use audio, and shows you step by step how to add sound to your auctions.
EBay Bidder Tricks
This article explains ways bidders use questions to take advantage of sellers.
The Most Successful eBay Sellers
Have you ever wondered what products the most successful eBay sellers offer? I have. In this article, we'll look at what different eBay sellers offer to discover what products the most successful eBay sellers promote.
Just Say NO To The Exponent Trading Company
Over the past few days I've been contacted by a number of people asking me to join the latest eBay fad. I was told The Exponent Trading Company was a chance to make some good money off my list. None of them could explain how it would benefit my readers, just how I could profit from telling you about it. I looked at this "opportunity" and I'm saying NO THANK YOU.
This is for you. . .
Every year in May I do a charity fundraiser. This year my father died, and I have done something really special. I am giving you the keys to my business. Free. Take them. Use them. Then, when you've found some success, make a donation to the American Cancer Society.
Make Money Cutting Up Magazines And Selling The Pages On eBay
I've seen people listing ads cut from magazines on eBay, and even bought a few over the years. I've always thought it was just a matter of cleanly removing the ads and then packaging them for sale, but the truth is I never gave it much thought, but there is more to it.
The eBay Feedback Obsession
Have you ever wondered why some eBay users get so caught up with feedback? Last week I had a pest bothering me about feedback - not a buyer, but someone who took time out of his life to send me repeated emails about feedback. This got me thinking about the obsession with eBay feedback.
Improve Your eBay Auctions - 44 Common Mistakes Found In Many eBay Auctions Explained
I recently asked my newsletter readers to look at an auction I'd selected on eBay and then send me a list of at least five things the seller could have done better. Hundreds of readers sent suggestions which I've compiled them into the free report Improve Your eBay Auctions.
Free Live eBay Coaching
During the coaching sessions I will be answering questions about all facets of eBay. I'll also be doing eBay auction reviews. You can participate in the session by asking questions, sharing your experience, or just by watching and listening. More details at link above.
Do You Think eBay Owes You A Living?
Every time there is any change to the eBay system, the whiners who feel entitled to an income start moaning about how their livelihoods have been ruined. These eBay sellers would be entertaining if they weren't so sad. This article lists a few things all eBay sellers must do to succeed in today's more competitive eBay marketplace.
Building An Email List On eBay
In this article you'll learn why you don't want to use eBay's newsletter service, how to set up your own newsletter and get subscribers, and WHY HAVING A NEWSLETTER MAKES SENSE.
eBay Selling Tips
Many people look for eBay selling tips. They want a shortcut to successfully selling on eBay. In this article, there is a list of tips for selling on eBay. Some of these eBay tips will save you money, others will result in higher ending prices. Either way, these free tips, will help you run more profitable eBay auctions.
Learn How To Sell On Ebay
I get a lot of questions about how to get started selling on eBay. I have answered this question so frequently I have decided to compile all the answers into one article and put it on the web. The best way to learn how to sell on eBay. . .
Review of Don Hoppe's "Ebay Arbitrage -- The Complete Guide to Flipping"
Don Hoppe recently contacted me about his eBay arbitrage system. Don calls his method eBay Arbitrage -- The Complete Guide to Flipping, and does it a little different. He doesn't start with knowledge about specific items, instead he looks for items that match a list of clues. These clues help Don identify items that will sell for below their value.
Selecting The Best Category And Keywords For Your eBay Auction
Finding the best eBay category is extremely important because most eBay
searchers quickly learn to limit their searching to specific categories. Additionally, ebay will show you the most searched keywords for each category. Knowing these keywords will allow you to write a better title and description.
Planning Your eBay Auctions For Success
When we think of eBay auctions, we usually think of them as a way to convert items into cash. That's probably the simplest goal of an eBay auction, but there are other reasons. This article explores the reasons we sell things on eBay. Some of them might surprise you.
Proper Packaging of eBay Sales
What do your eBay buyers think when they get packages from you? I recently opened two eBay purchases in front of a video camera in order to examine how packaging effects buyer remorse.Watch the video here.
Building Trust With Hesitant eBay Buyers
Many would be purchasers have little or no experience buying on eBay. To make matters worse, the media is full of stories about eBay scams and rip offs. This article explains eight ways to get hesitant eBay shoppers to bid on your auctions.
Announcing The IWantCollectibles Mailbag - Answers To eBay Questions Sent In By Readers
I just launched a new feature here on IWantCollectibles.com. I get lots of questions about eBay, I've decided to answer them and post my answers online. To make it even better, I've made the questions and answers searchable. If you don't find information that helps you, you can submit a question, and I'll answer it.
Finding The Best Deals On eBay
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to get all the good deals on eBay? You know who I am talking about. . . The people who find all the under priced buy-it-now listings. The people who find items in weird out of the way places and buy them for a song. The people who find auctions where the seller listed the item in the wrong category and misspelled the manufacturer's name.
Blogging for eBay
A few weeks ago, eBay announced they would be adding a blog feature to their site so users could share information about their auctions and give eBay better search engine rankings.
In this article, I ask, "Should you set up a blog on eBay?"
Finding People With Products You Can Sell On EBay
I wrote a few weeks ago about the importance of selecting products based on groups of people. Today, I am going to turn it around, and discuss finding people with products. When we start by looking for people with products we can sell we are more likely to find items with low competition. Even better, by creating our own opportunities, we lower the chances others can copy our efforts.
What People Buy Products On eBay?
When I started teaching eBay selling skills, the most common question was "How do I put pictures into my auctions?" Today, few people ask about pictures and the the most common question has become, "Where do I find products to sell on eBay?" A better question is, "What do people buy on eBay?"
Avoiding Scams Aimed at eBay Sellers
Most published information teaches buyers how to avoid scams. There isn't much geared towards eBay sellers. So in this article we will discuss some common scams aimed at eBay sellers and show you how to avoid them. We will cover phishing - also called spoofing, counterfeit payments, fake escrow services, switching products and feedback extortion.
What eBay Express Means to Small Sellers
EBay recently added a new feature called eBay Express to help buyers find new items faster. It looks like a neat marketplace for buying new items. In this article, I will explore eBay Express, and then consider it's effects on small eBay sellers.
The Truth About eBay Product Sourcing Lists
The most frequent question I get from my readers is "Where do I find new products to sell on eBay?" In this article I answer that question, and more.
Bidding Behavior Changing On eBay
In the past auctions would get bid up over the course of the listing period. Slowly over the duration of the auction, the bid amounts would climb towards my expected sales prices. The bids didn't change much in the last minutes. This doesn't happen anymore.
Are You Wasting Your eBay Profits?
Usually these articles are geared towards helping you make more money in your eBay auctions. Since it's tax season, I thought it would be good to share some ways to help you keep your earnings.
Building An eBay Consignment Business
Earlier this week, I got question about eBay consignment. Why would someone who didn't know you at all, allow you to walk out the door with their valuables? The answer is simple - you build trust. This article explains building trust, and starting your ebay consignment business in the easiest manner.
Seven Reasons Why eBay Sellers Sell Below Cost
I got a question last month from a reader who wanted to know why people are selling things on eBay below cost. There are a few answers to the question. In this article, you'll learn seven reasons why eBay sellers sell below cost, and how to tell exactly which reason is behind each seller's actions.
Collecting From Non Paying eBay Bidders
Depending on what you sell between one and ten percent of your bidders will fail to pay you after the auction ends. Up until now you didn't really have any way to guarantee the buyer would step up and pay you. Now, I am going to teach you a very powerful and quick way to get non paying bidders to pony up.
Avoiding Eleven Common Mistakes Made By Collectors And Dealers
Many of us are collectors in addition to being dealers. We buy things for our collections, we upgrade items, and we even buy items strictly for resale. This article covers
common problems faced by collector dealers and how to avoid them.
eBay And Paypal Discount Coupon Codes
eBay is currently running four promotions offering savings on any purchase on eBay. To get the discount just buy an item on eBay then enter the offer code when paying with Paypal. Click link above for codes.
Selling Antiques and Collectibles On eBay
Many people are interested in learning about antiques and collectibles. The want to sell them on eBay or just have them around. Here is a primer on building your knowledge about antiques and collectibles.
eBay Feedback Advice
eBay allows buyers and sellers to leave feedback for each other. Feedback is designed to give others an idea of the trustworthiness and ethics of eBayers. In this issue, you will learn how to maximize your feedback use automatic feedback tools to save time.
Free Ebooks About Buying and Selling on eBay
These free reports are a great way to learn skills and get started buying and selling on eBay. You'll learn how to search on eBay, avoid scams, edit and host your own pictures and more.
Are You A Victim Of "Badvice?"
Looking for advice from the wrong people can harm you. In this article you'll learn how I left the "badvice" crowd behind. Maybe you are surrounded by "badvice?" If so. . . here's a way out.
Using eBay To Reach Your Goals
There is no doubt some of your goals involve eBay. Perhaps your goal is to use eBay to raise some extra spending money in your spare time? Or your goal could be to harness the power of eBay to escape your nine-to-five job, and start a home based business. Or maybe you've already taken the step and are using eBay to generate a good living and your goal is to grow your income while reducing your workload? No matter what your eBay goals are, this article will help you reach your goals.
Why Most eBay Sellers Fail.
There is a basic pattern most eBay sellers go through. New sellers usually start by selling unwanted items from around their homes. This is a great way to convert unwanted items into cash while learning some eBay skills. By the time the house is cleaned out, the new seller has some basic eBay skills, and knows eBay is an easy fun way to run a profitable home based business. Sadly, the majority of people never make it past the next step.
Are Your eBay Sales Down?
You may be getting lower prices than you deserve in your auctions. Maybe you know your numbers are down and are blaming it on the summer season? That makes a little sense, but may not be the real reason.
eBay Fraud - Spoofs and Phishing
There is a common type of eBay fraud called phishing. Phishing is a computer geek spelling of the word "fishing." This involves sending fake emails asking for users to update their information. The spoof sender wants your eBay account information. This is Identity theft.
Profiting From eBay Auction Viewers
When I first started selling on eBay, you could put a link to your website in your auction. I wanted to get people to come to my website from within my auctions because this was very profitable. You see, on eBay I had competition with other sellers, but on my website, I could take my time, and really go into detail and build a relationship.
Buying eBay Products at Yard Sales
This is a follow up to my article about Garage sales. In this follow up, you'll learn how to find yard sales with good stuff. There are two ways to go hunting at yard sales. Read on for more information.
Finding eBay Products At Garage Sales
A lot of people start selling on eBay by selling unwanted things from their homes. After a few weeks, months, or even years if you are a pack rat, you start going out and looking for stuff to sell. Garage sales, yard sales, estate sales, and rummage sales are a logical next step. Here's a few simple rules for getting the best deals at garage sales. . .
How To Sell Affiliate Products On eBay
On eBay, there are potential buyers for all kinds of products. Unfortunately for affiliates, you cannot directly sell products as an affiliate. On eBay, you have to be able to collect the money from the buyer. Affiliates send qualified traffic to the merchant's site and never handle the buyer's money. You can't do that on eBay. But, there is something else that is easy to do. . .
Is GreenZap A Scam?
GreenZap.com is a new website that claims to be a replacement for Paypal. If you read other eBay oriented newsletters, you've probably already heard about GreenZap. The reason you get emails telling you to join the program is the GreenZap.com pays a 25 dollar bonus for each sign up.
