5 Quick Tips for Ebay Sellers

1. Don't forget the picture! eBay offers 1 free photo with every listing. Make use of it. There is no excuse not to. There is no reason to pay for half a dozen photos unless you are selling a package and would like to take shots of individual items which you believe would help sell the whole thing.

Take your time with your shots. Even if you do not have the most advanced or expensive camera, that doesn't matter if you stage the item properly. Put it up against a solid background that will make the item standout(for example, if it is a an old fashioned jewellery box made from cherry wood, then putting it on top of a white sheet or table cloth would make it stand out). As long as the image is not blurry and there is enough detail in the shot to show off the best parts of the item, this should be adequate.

2. If you want to become an ebay seller who grows a business, you need to make sure that you are selling things that people want at a price that both they will clamor for at the same time earn you a profit. Check around to other auctions and see what other sellers are selling similar items for. Follow the bidding process and you should be able to see how much of an interest could be generated for your own item. If you are worried about losing money, set a reserve price that will ensure that you make at least a minor profit to be worth your time.

If your product doesn't sell for the reserve price or above, you will know that this may not be a high enough interest item and price bracket. You must keep in mind that there are manufacturing companies and drop ship companies already selling on ebay and they may be able to get these same items as you for less which means not only can they make a larger profit but they can also afford to sell for less than you.

5. One final tips that is crucial for ebay sellers is to pay attention to your customer service. This includes leaving positive feedback, keeping in touch with your customers to let them know that you have shipped the item or can give them a tracking number to follow, being professional at all times with all correspondence and comments on the site. Buyers will be checking into your feedback and track record. Don't give them any reason not to trust you.

It is possible to make a good business and have fun as an ebay seller but you must remember that your actions will make or break you.If you do not do your homework, find ways to save money where possible, and treat your customers kindly, you may find yourself looking for a new line of work.