| Here are some eBay selling tips that might help you | | | | loading times of your image. Many sellers use the |
| sell those old figurines, etc, lying around in the attic. | | | | highest resolution settings on their cameras and |
| Write a simple description and do not clutter your | | | | generate huge files that download very slowly. |
| auction with unneeded items like animated GIFs and | | | | Computer monitors only show 72DPI, any extra detail |
| colored backgrounds. Remember, you are selling, not | | | | is just a waste of the bidder's time. |
| entertaining. | | | | List your item in the most appropriate category. |
| If you are selling items such as DVDs, software and | | | | Many buyers only search eBay by looking at listings |
| designer labels, make it clear that your items are | | | | within categories. If you are not in the right eBay |
| genuine and not pirated copies or fakes. Letting | | | | category you will not be seen by lots of potential |
| prospective customers know what you sell for real | | | | bidders and you item may end up selling for less than |
| makes them understand your product better. You | | | | it's worth or not at all. |
| might end up having a bad reputation if you're selling | | | | Systemize your eBay selling. Using a system to sell on |
| bootleg copies when you stated they are genuine. | | | | eBay will lower the amount of time spent selling each |
| Charge a flat rate for shipping, and mention the | | | | item, and ensure you don't forget any important |
| shipping costs prominently within your auction | | | | activities. |
| description. Let potential buyers know that you are | | | | Build your positive feedback. You can do this quickly |
| prepared to ship overseas. This will greatly increase | | | | by buying and selling several small value items. This |
| potential sales. Be realistic about shipping costs. If you | | | | will give potential buyers confidence in you. |
| charge too little, you risk your profit. It is possible to | | | | Be honest. If your item is less than perfect, say so. |
| make a small profit from shipping, but if you charge | | | | This is more likely to generate a sale as potential |
| too much, you will put off possible buyers. | | | | buyers are more likely to trust you. Being honest |
| Check your spelling. Spell the item correctly. Write a | | | | should also help to protect your valuable positive |
| title that accurately describes your item. Use | | | | feedback. |
| manufacturers name and model number within the | | | | Don't set a high starting price. This will cost you |
| title if applicable. Write a detailed description that | | | | more, and could put off potential buyers. Your item |
| allows prospective bidders to make a decision about | | | | will find its correct value if you have listed it properly, |
| purchasing the item. The description can never be | | | | but it may not reach its value until the last few |
| too long, as long as it's describing the item accurately. | | | | minutes of the auction. |
| Host your own pictures. By hosting your own | | | | Take advantage of eBay promotional offers; look |
| pictures, you will save money, and, more importantly, | | | | out for special days when you can advertise your |
| be able to use as many pictures as you need to | | | | items at a reduced cost. |
| adequately show bidders your item. This is the | | | | Now, time to get started. Remember, you can only |
| simplest thing to do, and yet 70 percent of eBay | | | | build your reputation by having good trades. Having |
| sellers ignore this basic tip. | | | | to let strangers trust you is really nonsense these |
| Pay the extra fee to include a picture of your | | | | days but on eBay, they make sure your points are |
| product. Make sure that it is a good quality image, | | | | given credit. |
| with no background distractions. Optimizing your | | | | Follow these simple tips and you're on your way to |
| pictures for the web is the best way to tune out the | | | | getting started making money with eBay. |