Buying and selling with eBay, Kijiji and Craigslist

Buying and selling with eBay, Kijiji and Craigslist

eBay 101: Beginners Guide to eBay Buying and Selling, 2009



? How to buy an Item

You can shop for almost anything on eBay. Get started using these steps: 1. Find an item. Enter keywords into the search box located at the top of any page, or browse through our list of categories on the home page. 2. Learn about the item you found. Read the item description carefully. If you have any questions about the item, you can ask the seller by clicking the "Ask seller a question" link. 3. Review the seller's Feedback. View the seller's business reputation by looking at his or her Feedback Score, and read the comments left by previous buyers to be sure that this is a seller you feel you can trust. 4. Bid or Buy It Now. Check the item page to see what purchase options are available. You can either place a bid on an item or purchase it instantly using Buy It Now. Remember, all bids are active until the auction ends. If you win a listing, you're obligated to complete the transaction. 5. Pay for the item. After you've won or bought the item, send your payment to the seller within three days. If you want to pay with one of the electronic payment methods offered by the seller, click the Pay Nowbutton on the item page or email notification. Otherwise, the seller will let you know how and where to send your payment. If you're picking up the item, you can pay by any method the seller accepts (including cash).

Important: ? Be sure to pay using one of the methods specified by the seller. ? Checks, money orders, and bank wire transfers aren't allowed for most purchases.

Exceptions include vehicles, capital and business equipment, real estate, items in the Adult Only category, and local pickup. For specifics about payment methods, see our Accepted Payments policy.

How to sell an Item on ebay

Creating a seller's account To create a seller's account, just verify your identity and choose your payment method. Getting started selling on eBay Before you list an item to sell, check out this overview. Seller's checklist As you get your item ready for sale, make sure you've covered everything.

Tips for successful selling Get tips for a successful sale. Selling with improved results Find out how to create better listings that go by the rules. Completing the sale Your item has sold, now what? Also, find out what to do if your item didn't sell. Seller resources We want our sellers to succeed. Take advantage of these tips, services, and resources.

Different ways to sell

Selecting a selling format Decide how to sell your item with this comparison table. Selling using the auction-style format Find out how the classic auction-style format works. Selling using a fixed price Sell your item using Buy It Now and avoid the bidding.

Selling with Best Offer If you're listing a fixed price item, placing a classified ad, or selling on eBay Motors, consider using the Best Offer option to let buyers negotiate the price with you. Selling with a reserve price Learn how to set a minimum or reserve price on your item. Selling multiple items in a single listing Find out how to sell multiple items.

Selling Get It Fast items Get quick sales when you give buyers the option to receive your item within one business day.

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Fees for selling on Ebay

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