1-Do your research!
- Make sure there is a demand for the item that you are selling or willing to sell.
- Conduct a search for your item and see how many items are found for your keyword search.
- Examine each auction and see the bid amount and number of bids.
- Follow a number of auctions for several days and see what the final bid is. This will give you an excellent idea if there is a need for your item. It will also help you estimate the amount of profit you can make from the auction.
- If you don t find your item, it might not be worth your time listing that item.
- Try to find an item that people truly want. After you start making money with Ebay, you can always go back and list that original product.
2. Find the right category for your item!
If you are selling a collectible, please make sure that you list it in the collectibles category. If you are listing a toy or hobby, please make sure that you list it in the Toy and Hobbies Category. This could make it easier for buyers to find your item. Do your homework!!! Search for your item and see what categories other sellers listed the same item in.
3. Keywords and descriptions are critical!
Use the appropriate keywords to describe your product clearly. If you are selling a Barbie Doll, specify the type of doll it is: 1980 Holiday Barbie Doll. If you are selling a model train, specify the type: HO Santa Fe Caboose. Your descriptions are critical to avoid any future problems or potential returns. Honesty is the best policy. If there is a chip, crack or dent, specify this in the description. This could save you a lot of aggravation later on. If a buyer truly wants your item, a crack or chip won t stop them from bidding on your item.
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