It's easy to approach the sale of an item—especially if it's a personal possession—with a preconceived notion of its worth. After all, it had a price when you bought it, it has a certain amount of value to you now, and it makes perfect sense that someone else ought to be willing to pay...read more below.
Ebay Article Resources
Ebay
Squidoo : Lens : ebay promotions Headline Animator
Showing posts with label ebay selling tips. Show all posts
Showing posts with label ebay selling tips. Show all posts
Tuesday, 5 February 2008
Wednesday, 15 August 2007
eBay Selling is the Ideal Home Business
by Brian McGregor
eBay selling is the ultimate new-start opportunity for your home based business. In my opinion, it beats any other type of internet marketing for two reasons. First, eBay is the easiest way to make money on the internet. And second, it's the quickest way to make money on the internet.
Another item of proof you might like to consider when deciding if eBay selling is for you, is that 430,000 people in the USA alone say that eBay is their sole or their major source of income.
I don't believe there's any other method of internet marketing which can produce success numbers like those.
When you think about this, it isn't surprising that eBay is my recommendation. Internet marketing is a vast topic, requiring that you know about a huge number of techniques and tactics. Even as you're acquiring your internet marketing knowledge, it falls out of date as the internet keeps developing. Two years ago internet marketers were promoting AdSense as the way to make money on the internet. Last year, co-registration was the way to make your fortune. This year they're telling you that you need to become an expert in Social Bookmarking and Web 2.0. If you've never heard of any of these, don't worry. You've saved yourself lots of money and time!
I don't know about you, but what I want from the internet is a way to make money easily.
I simply want to be able to offer something for sale via the internet, and then make a fair profit when it's bought by somebody. A reasonable desire, but there's a huge problem...
The hardest part of internet marketing is getting people to see what you have to offer. There are billions of websites out there, and you're competing against all of them for traffic!
This is where eBay selling comes in.
eBay already gets massive visitor traffic. Truly massive. When I last checked on Alexa, eBay was the most visited shopping site in the world, pushing Amazon into second place.
eBay have invested hugely in the necessary marketing activity to get traffic, and it's all there waiting for you.
All you have to do is to persuade a tiny fraction of those visitors to see what you're selling.
Plus, you can test a product within days, and there are virtually no limits as to what you can sell on eBay. When selling on eBay you can get involved in any area in which you have an interest or expertise.
The figures regarding the growth of eBay are impressive. As I write this, eBay have just announced their 2006 annual results.
* 2004.1 million listings in 2006.
* $52.5 billion value of auctions sales 2006.
* $6 billion Gross Profit in 2006.
* 221.6 million eBay members as at 31 December, 2006.
* On average, 112,300 new members joined eBay each day throughout 2006.
* $37.7 billion value of PayPal payments 2006.
* 133 million PayPal accounts as at 31 December, 2006.
All of this is great news for us!
The eBay market place is thriving, and we should all be able to thrive with it.
If you're in the market to make extra money, and you want to do it through online auctions, then eBay selling is definitely the business for you.
About the Author
Brian McGregor is an expert in eBay selling. He also publishes the eBay Auction Newsletter which is subscribed to by 50,000 eBay members.
eBay selling is the ultimate new-start opportunity for your home based business. In my opinion, it beats any other type of internet marketing for two reasons. First, eBay is the easiest way to make money on the internet. And second, it's the quickest way to make money on the internet.
Another item of proof you might like to consider when deciding if eBay selling is for you, is that 430,000 people in the USA alone say that eBay is their sole or their major source of income.
I don't believe there's any other method of internet marketing which can produce success numbers like those.
When you think about this, it isn't surprising that eBay is my recommendation. Internet marketing is a vast topic, requiring that you know about a huge number of techniques and tactics. Even as you're acquiring your internet marketing knowledge, it falls out of date as the internet keeps developing. Two years ago internet marketers were promoting AdSense as the way to make money on the internet. Last year, co-registration was the way to make your fortune. This year they're telling you that you need to become an expert in Social Bookmarking and Web 2.0. If you've never heard of any of these, don't worry. You've saved yourself lots of money and time!
I don't know about you, but what I want from the internet is a way to make money easily.
I simply want to be able to offer something for sale via the internet, and then make a fair profit when it's bought by somebody. A reasonable desire, but there's a huge problem...
The hardest part of internet marketing is getting people to see what you have to offer. There are billions of websites out there, and you're competing against all of them for traffic!
This is where eBay selling comes in.
eBay already gets massive visitor traffic. Truly massive. When I last checked on Alexa, eBay was the most visited shopping site in the world, pushing Amazon into second place.
eBay have invested hugely in the necessary marketing activity to get traffic, and it's all there waiting for you.
All you have to do is to persuade a tiny fraction of those visitors to see what you're selling.
Plus, you can test a product within days, and there are virtually no limits as to what you can sell on eBay. When selling on eBay you can get involved in any area in which you have an interest or expertise.
The figures regarding the growth of eBay are impressive. As I write this, eBay have just announced their 2006 annual results.
* 2004.1 million listings in 2006.
* $52.5 billion value of auctions sales 2006.
* $6 billion Gross Profit in 2006.
* 221.6 million eBay members as at 31 December, 2006.
* On average, 112,300 new members joined eBay each day throughout 2006.
* $37.7 billion value of PayPal payments 2006.
* 133 million PayPal accounts as at 31 December, 2006.
All of this is great news for us!
The eBay market place is thriving, and we should all be able to thrive with it.
If you're in the market to make extra money, and you want to do it through online auctions, then eBay selling is definitely the business for you.
About the Author
Brian McGregor is an expert in eBay selling. He also publishes the eBay Auction Newsletter which is subscribed to by 50,000 eBay members.
Tuesday, 24 July 2007
10 Tips For Selling Successfully On eBay
By Mark Kenny
About the Author Mark Kenny creates profitable eBay related turnkey websites. For more information, visit:
Website URL http://Trading-web-solutions.com/
Many people have chosen a work-at-home career and, thanks to todays technology, it's easier than ever. One such opportunity for entrepreneurs is available at internet auction site, eBay. The concept seems simple enough, but having an edge over the competition is always a good idea. For those who already sell, or who are considering a new business venture, a little knowledge can go along way. Here are a few tips to keep in mind.
Tip 1: Many eBay sellers accept PayPal, also an eBay company, as a way for buyers to quickly pay for their auction purchase. Payments are done immediately and are deposited directly into the sellers PayPal account. It's very important to make sure a buyers address is confirmed, which is a method PayPal uses to verify the identity of the customer, before shipping an order. In addition, sellers should purchase tracking numbers whenever possible so that they may confirm delivery of an item.
Tip 2: If you have a refund policy, make certain that your terms are clearly noted in the auction description. Consider the conditions under which you will accept a return, how long the buyer has to return an item, whether or not you are willing to refund the original shipping price and who will be responsible for the return shipping. Do not leave anything open to interpretation because it's very important to describe your refund policy in a clear and concise manner. If you do not accept returns, it's helpful to note this in order to avoid confusion.
Tip 3: The most important part of an auction is the description. Describe your item clearly and in detail. If it's new, let your buyers know. The description should contain everything from the condition of the item to the cost of shipping, payment methods that you accept and payment due dates.
Tip 4: When possible, include a color photo of the item you are selling. On eBay, the first photo that you include is free of charge. Buyers generally want to see the item they are considering, so avoid the sight unseen scenario if possible. If you do not have a digital camera or scanner, purchase a disposable camera at your local supermarket.
Tip 5: Always be polite and respectful to your customers. It's extremely important to keep the lines of communication flowing. If possible, notify your buyers immediately when they win your auction and answer any questions throughout the process.
Tip 6: Sellers should consider the best listing options for their product. Unless you are selling a very expensive item, avoid the higher priced listing upgrades. Keep in mind that, if a bidder wins and fails to follow through with payment, sellers can request a final value fee credit. However, sellers will be stuck paying for the listing fee - even if the bidder doesn't honor their bid.
Tip 7: Show appreciation to your customers. If possible, include a free gift with every purchase. Whether it's a small picture calendar or other gesture, buyers will love the added surprise.
Tip 8: After the transaction is complete, buyers and sellers should always exchange feedback for one another. Everyone loves to increase their reputation and build trust within the auction community.
Tip 9: If a buyer fails to follow through with payment, contact them to see what happened. It may be a simple mix-up, so be polite in your letter. After your contact, if the buyer still refuses to honor their bid, sellers should promptly send an unpaid item reminder. This option is available seven days after the auction closes. The last step, after an additional 10 days have passed, is to file a request for a final value fee credit and relist the item.
Tip 10: If an item does'nt sell the first time around, don't be discouraged. Through a new relist policy, eBay refunds all relisting fees if your item sells the second time. In order to qualify, you must not increase the price or change other important auction information before relisting your item.
At the end of the day, internet auctions can be a terrific way to earn extra cash or as a full-time career. Where else can you earn money 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and even when you're sleeping? Happy auctioning!
To subscribe to Mark Kennys, eBay Maximum Profits Mini-Course, send a blank email to taebay@aweber.com
www.ebay.com
About the Author Mark Kenny creates profitable eBay related turnkey websites. For more information, visit:
Website URL http://Trading-web-solutions.com/
Many people have chosen a work-at-home career and, thanks to todays technology, it's easier than ever. One such opportunity for entrepreneurs is available at internet auction site, eBay. The concept seems simple enough, but having an edge over the competition is always a good idea. For those who already sell, or who are considering a new business venture, a little knowledge can go along way. Here are a few tips to keep in mind.
Tip 1: Many eBay sellers accept PayPal, also an eBay company, as a way for buyers to quickly pay for their auction purchase. Payments are done immediately and are deposited directly into the sellers PayPal account. It's very important to make sure a buyers address is confirmed, which is a method PayPal uses to verify the identity of the customer, before shipping an order. In addition, sellers should purchase tracking numbers whenever possible so that they may confirm delivery of an item.
Tip 2: If you have a refund policy, make certain that your terms are clearly noted in the auction description. Consider the conditions under which you will accept a return, how long the buyer has to return an item, whether or not you are willing to refund the original shipping price and who will be responsible for the return shipping. Do not leave anything open to interpretation because it's very important to describe your refund policy in a clear and concise manner. If you do not accept returns, it's helpful to note this in order to avoid confusion.
Tip 3: The most important part of an auction is the description. Describe your item clearly and in detail. If it's new, let your buyers know. The description should contain everything from the condition of the item to the cost of shipping, payment methods that you accept and payment due dates.
Tip 4: When possible, include a color photo of the item you are selling. On eBay, the first photo that you include is free of charge. Buyers generally want to see the item they are considering, so avoid the sight unseen scenario if possible. If you do not have a digital camera or scanner, purchase a disposable camera at your local supermarket.
Tip 5: Always be polite and respectful to your customers. It's extremely important to keep the lines of communication flowing. If possible, notify your buyers immediately when they win your auction and answer any questions throughout the process.
Tip 6: Sellers should consider the best listing options for their product. Unless you are selling a very expensive item, avoid the higher priced listing upgrades. Keep in mind that, if a bidder wins and fails to follow through with payment, sellers can request a final value fee credit. However, sellers will be stuck paying for the listing fee - even if the bidder doesn't honor their bid.
Tip 7: Show appreciation to your customers. If possible, include a free gift with every purchase. Whether it's a small picture calendar or other gesture, buyers will love the added surprise.
Tip 8: After the transaction is complete, buyers and sellers should always exchange feedback for one another. Everyone loves to increase their reputation and build trust within the auction community.
Tip 9: If a buyer fails to follow through with payment, contact them to see what happened. It may be a simple mix-up, so be polite in your letter. After your contact, if the buyer still refuses to honor their bid, sellers should promptly send an unpaid item reminder. This option is available seven days after the auction closes. The last step, after an additional 10 days have passed, is to file a request for a final value fee credit and relist the item.
Tip 10: If an item does'nt sell the first time around, don't be discouraged. Through a new relist policy, eBay refunds all relisting fees if your item sells the second time. In order to qualify, you must not increase the price or change other important auction information before relisting your item.
At the end of the day, internet auctions can be a terrific way to earn extra cash or as a full-time career. Where else can you earn money 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and even when you're sleeping? Happy auctioning!
To subscribe to Mark Kennys, eBay Maximum Profits Mini-Course, send a blank email to taebay@aweber.com
www.ebay.com
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
Subscribe Now: Ebay Sellers And Promotions
About Me
- Wayne Tully
- I am an Artist and Freelance Illustrator and I draw horror illustrations mainly. I've done some professional work for Topps sketch cards including Star Wars and The Walking Dead and I draw every single day.