Online Auctions Articles

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By Obinna Heche @ Tuesday, 22nd July 2008 @ 3:10 PM

In the wave that was the Internet rush of the 1990s, many people were lucky to make a lot of money in record fashion. While many of the business models were not all that new, there was a certain excitement which followed around the companies of the Internet and one of these companies was eBay. EBay is a place where people can buy and sell just about anything. The protracted period of auctioning where people are allowed to bid on your particular item for a period of time heightens the drama of a ... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By Kevin Sinclair @ Wednesday, 12th March 2008 @ 2:34 AM

Online auction selling is a fun and profitable business. However, the most fun and best thrills happen during the offline and onsite auctions. Nothing can compete with the sounds and sights that are seen and heard from the fast-talking auctioneer bidders and the incredible, visible merchandise. It would probably surprise you to know how many Ebay sellers actually buy the things they sell at onsite auctions. If this sounds like something you may be interested in doing, follow these simple ... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By Art Gib @ Saturday, 1st March 2008 @ 6:40 PM

For all of us there eventually comes a time when times are so tight financially, we wonder how we're going to get by. The vast majority of us are able to trudge through it and eventually come out on top. But a few of us will end up with insurmountable debt that forces us into bankruptcy. Others still never do overcome the hard times and seem destined to be stuck for the rest of their lives, barely getting by, living paycheck to paycheck. Regardless of which category you fall into, yo... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By Jamie Jefferson @ Wednesday, 10th October 2007 @ 10:31 AM

EBay is one of the most successful and versatile auction sites on the web. Whether you are simply cleaning out your attic or you are embarking on a new work at home career, here are a few things that eBay insiders already know: 1. Your eBay reputation is of major significance. Many bidders will consult feedback from your customers before placing bids, so you will want to acquire lots of positive feedback to maintain an excellent rating. This means being a courteous and conscientious sell... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By Jamie Jefferson @ Monday, 21st May 2007 @ 11:41 PM

EBay is one of the most successful and versatile auction sites on the web. Whether you are simply cleaning out your attic or you are embarking on a new work at home career, here are a few things that eBay insiders already know: 1. Your eBay reputation is of major significance. Many bidders will consult feedback from your customers before placing bids, so you will want to acquire lots of positive feedback to maintain an excellent rating. This means being a courteous and conscientious sell... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By Stephen Campbell @ Tuesday, 8th May 2007 @ 3:22 PM

Just like every other public gathering, eBay draws its share of the weird, wild and whacky individuals. You might remember the ghost in a jar auction that one got national attention and it was funny but it was not all that unique. There are a lot of crazy auctions that happen on eBay. Ebay doesnt have a lot of hard and fast rules about what can or cannot be offered for auction. Anything that doesnt meet the requirements for being listed on the regular eBay sales pages can usually ... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By Stephen Campbell @ Tuesday, 8th May 2007 @ 3:22 PM

The eBay tool bar is a very useful source of information and easy navigation, not to mention that it makes searches faster and easier. The eBay tool bar is available by free download from the eBay website. There is no charge for it at all. All you will need to do is down load and install the toolbar on your computer. Once you have the eBay tool bar downloaded and installed on your personal computer, you can watch items that you are bidding on without having to keep your eyes glued to the... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By Stephen Campbell @ Tuesday, 8th May 2007 @ 3:22 PM

Being a PowerSeller on eBay comes with its own set of problems. Although there is a lot of money to be made there are an equal number of pitfalls to be avoided when it is at all possible. PowerSellers are of course a breed of their own and taking a few chances is just part of the thrill and a big part of the bottom line. The trick is to maximize the benefits while minimizing the risks involved. PowerSellers often buy large lots of specific items that their research has told them w... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By Stephen Campbell @ Tuesday, 8th May 2007 @ 3:20 PM

It was in September of 1995 when eBay first went on line. In the intervening years, it has become a household word. Even people who know almost nothing about computers know what ebay is and have more than likely bought at least one thing from the website. It has become known as The Worlds Online Marketplace; certainly an apt description. The stated objective of the founders of ebay is to provide a global trading platform where practically anyone can trade, buy or sell practically anything... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By Obinna Heche @ Tuesday, 1st May 2007 @ 11:27 AM

Getting involved with online auctions is a wonderful idea for those individuals who wish to work from home and utilize the Internet in their occupation. There are a few different online auction entities which provide services to buyers and sellers who wish to exchange goods for money online. For those who want to get involved with online auctions and all that they have to offer those working from home, there are a few tips on getting started. Decide What Role You Wish to Take with Online ... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By Jason Uvios @ Saturday, 23rd December 2006 @ 3:39 PM

For an Online fundraising campaign, the fundraiser organiser can place an up-front order or exact order, and then allow the customers to order directly exact number of silicone bracelets online from the website. Normally a fundraising code is given so that the clients of the fundraiser campaign can be easily identified. So all the clients have to do is to go online e, provide the code, and select the number of bracelets and the designs, colours from the available selection. For a ... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By Omar Johnson @ Wednesday, 13th December 2006 @ 2:39 PM

Over the years, the Internet has become an increasingly popular marketplace for ideas and products. Every day, websites with the aim to sell an item or service are popping up across the World Wide Web. At the forefront of selling and buying is the popular auction website, Ebay, that allows people to establish an online storefront or virtual garage sale. The moneymaking potential of Ebay is undeniable. Where else can you sell a flea market find, such as a rare record for more than $155,00... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By Omar Johnson @ Tuesday, 12th December 2006 @ 5:28 PM

Ebay is an absolute cash machine for sellers, because it has over 100 million registered users who are predominantly buyers. So it is quite understandable that you would want to hop on this lucrative gravy train. However, before you take your first big splash as a seller on Ebay, there are a few things you need to know in order to safeguard your entrepreneurial career as a participant in the Ebay universe. Ebay is in fact a world of it's own with a number of rules and policies you mu... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By Omar Johnson @ Monday, 11th December 2006 @ 2:21 PM

In order to accomplish the goal of becoming a consistent and successful seller on Ebay there are five basic principles you must follow. Yes, there is actually a blueprint and formula you can follow that will put you on the road to success as a seller on Ebay. Here is that blueprint and that secret formula. 1) You must realize that selling is both an art and a science. It involves having an existing product or creating one, advertising and marketing the product to stimulate demand for it (... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By David Hill @ Wednesday, 6th December 2006 @ 6:04 PM

Everybody loves a good deal! Lots of buyers and sellers spend quite a bit of time searching for fantastic deals on the items that they want and need, and as they discover those deals, they experience a decided leap of satisfaction. These people typically haunt garage sales, stores that are holding sales, general warehouses, flea markets, and in particular online and offline auctions. With the incredible number of auctions that are constantly going on at ebay, it can be demanding to find t... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By Obinna Heche @ Friday, 20th October 2006 @ 6:35 AM

Garage sales and flea markets are very much outdated. Today, if you have stuff to peddle, sell it on eBay. You'll be joining thousands of other like minded citizens who seek to make money selling their wares on the world's most popular auction site. Since everyone is hip to the online selling gravy train, you'll need to make your items stand out in order to make more money on eBay. Size up the Competition Before listing your items for auction, check out eBay's ... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By KB Lim @ Wednesday, 26th July 2006 @ 1:30 PM

Is your ebay auction not attracting any bidders? Do you find it difficult to sell your items with so many competitors. Then you need to take a look at the list below of the top 10 reasons why auctions fail. 1. High Starting Price Many ebay buyers are looking for a good deal on ebay. If you fixed your price too high, you are probably scaring them away. They will not even look at your auction. Try to lower your starting bid each time the auction fails. 2. Ebay Buyers Can'... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By David Nettey @ Wednesday, 12th July 2006 @ 5:09 PM

If you are looking to make some extra money from home, or even looking to start your own business, you will want to look into eBay. There are thousands of people who are making a good living off of selling items on eBay. But before you get started you will want to do some research on the subject. EBay may sound easy enough, but it can be slightly complicated for a beginner. The first thing you may want to do is buy a book on how to make money selling on eBay. These books offer eBay se... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By David Nettey @ Saturday, 10th June 2006 @ 5:07 PM

Completing your eBay purchase couldn't be any simpler and easier. There are various ways to make payments on eBay. From credit cards, postal orders to bank drafts, cheques to e-cheques, these are all accepted on eBay. Every seller on eBay has their own preferred methods of accepting payments, so it's always a good practice to check what payment methods are accepted by a seller before you conduct any form of transaction with them. Make it easy and simple for both parties, ... more...

Internet » Tools and Resources » Online Auctions | By Melody Smith @ Thursday, 8th June 2006 @ 3:45 PM

Here are some eBay selling tips that might help you sell those old figurines, etc, lying around in the attic. Write a simple description and do not clutter your auction with unneeded items like animated GIFs and colored backgrounds. Remember, you are selling, not entertaining. If you are selling items such as DVDs, software and designer labels, make it clear that your items are genuine and not pirated copies or fakes. Letting prospective customers know what you sell for real mak... more...