Book description
It's the undisputed king of Internet auction sites. It's a global bazaar offering a range of goods from Antiques to Zulu Daisies. Cars, clothing, collectibles: you name it, and it's likely that you can find on eBay. But along with the vast selection of goods available, buyers and sellers also encounter all the other elements that markets are known for: tricks and swindlers, overpriced goods, deceptive labeling, small print, recycled items marked as new, and the occasional rare priceless find or undiscovered treasure.Seasoned eBay traders know that to successfully buy and sell within this mega-shopping platform, you need to understand the system. Unfortunately, the secrets of the site are often tightly held by other buyers and sellers seeking a competitive edge. But what if you're a newcomer? Or an experienced trader who wants to make the jump to power buyer or seller? eBay: The Missing Manual gives you the inside information you'll need to become an eBay expert.Buyers will find the most effective ways to find you want and pay prices that are sure to bring a smile to your face. And you'll get authoritative advice on strategic bidding: how to watch for elusive items, time your bids to take the competition by surprise, and--above all--avoid paying more than you ought to.Sellers will get sure-fire tips from eBay veterans who have discovered ways to ramp up their own auctions and sell at the highest possible prices. From the smallest details, such as how to take and post the most effective photos of your goods, to pricing strategies, inventory management, and shipping methods, this user-friendly manual will help you make more money on eBay. Whether you're selling a single item or running fulltime business on the site, you'll find tips to help you do it more effectively.As in any community, problems and disputes arise, and you'll learn how other eBayers resolve such troubles or work around them.eBay: The Missing Manual has gems of wisdom for everyone from total novices to more experienced traders. If you're looking to improve your eBay auction experience, you'll savor the tips and trick revealed in this guided exploration.
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Table of contents
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eBay: The Missing Manual
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- Copyright
- The Missing Credits
- Introduction
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I. Buying on eBay
- 1. Ready, Set, Shop!
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2. Bidding, Paying, and Following Up
- 2.1. Is This Seller Trustworthy? How to Read Feedback
- 2.2. Bidding on eBay
- 2.3. After the Auction
- 2.4. Buyers' Woes and What to Do About Them
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3. Finding—and Getting—Bargains
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3.1. Tips and Tricks for Serious Searchers
- 3.1.1. Speak the Search Engine's Language
- 3.1.2. Search for Items by Bidder
- 3.1.3. Search for Items by Seller
- 3.1.4. Have Searches Find You
- 3.1.5. Search Within a Price Range
- 3.1.6. Think Globally, Search Locally
- 3.1.7. Find What Other Shoppers Miss
- 3.1.8. Going, Going, Gone!
- 3.1.9. Buy It First, Buy It Now
- 3.1.10. Watch the Clock—and the Calendar
- 3.1.11. List It Again, Sam
- 3.1.12. Have Sellers Search for You
- 3.1.13. The eBay Toolbar
- 3.1.14. Go Wireless
- 3.1.15. Offsite Searching
- 3.2. What's It Worth?
- 3.3. Bid to Win
- 3.4. More Ways to Get a Good Deal
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3.1. Tips and Tricks for Serious Searchers
- 4. Power Buying Strategies
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II. Selling on eBay
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5. Sell Stuff, Make Money
- 5.1. Get the Lay of the Land
- 5.2. What Should You Sell?
- 5.3. How Much Is It Going to Cost You?
- 5.4. Listing an item
- 5.5. During the Auction
- 5.6. After the Auction
- 5.7. Common Problems
- 6. Honing Your Competitive Edge
- 7. Going from Hobby to Business
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8. Specialty Selling
- 8.1. Half.com: Mass Media Mania
- 8.2. Selling on eBay Motors
- 8.3. Selling Real Estate Online
- 8.4. Live Auctions
- 8.5. eBay Giving Works
- 8.6. eBay B2B
- 8.7. Sell Your Services on Elance
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9. Cool Tools for Sellers
- 9.1. eBay Tools
- 9.2. Third-Party Software
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5. Sell Stuff, Make Money
- III. Finding Other eBayers and Getting Help
- IV. Appendixes
- Index
- About the Author
- Colophon
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Product information
- Title: eBay: The Missing Manual
- Author(s):
- Release date: August 2005
- Publisher(s): O'Reilly Media, Inc.
- ISBN: 9780596552404
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