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    by Published on 20th June 2019 11:26 PM


    Ideal subscription for me?


    With eBid, there are three separate levels of access that you can choose depending on your preferences and needs. These levels are Buyer, Seller, and Seller+. Here’s a brief overview of these levels of access, as well as which ones might be ideal depending on the number of items you list and whether you are operating as a small business, as well as additional information on eBid.

    Buyer


    The primary benefit of the buyer option is that it is completely free. However, you will want to upgrade to either the Seller or the Seller+ option when decide to start listing items for sale.

    Seller


    With the Seller account, your items are free to list as part of the “Standard” listing format. However, there is a a 3% Final Value Fee with this option to consider which can be avoided with the Seller+ Lifetime account. In general, the Seller option might be considered a good choice for those who are single listers.

    Seller+


    As mentioned previously, the Seller+ Lifetime option allows for the free listing of items without a Final Value Fee via the “Free Listing” format. One thing to note, however, is that thumbnail images will not appear as part of the search results when using the “Free Listing” format.

    A large benefit of the Seller+ Lifetime account is that it allows for the Gallery listing option. The main draw of this option is that it lets the thumbnail images you list appear in the search results. With the Gallery listing option, there is a 2% Final Value Fee when you find a buyer for your listing.

    Given the features of the Seller+ option, it would be a great account to have for those who list multiple items or for accounts that operate on behalf of small businesses. While it isn’t the only option for those circumstances, it has several appealing benefits that make it a good fit.

    Additional info


    eBid has several features and a large user base that make it a strong competitor to other, similar websites. It is also used worldwide and allows users to sell their items all over the globe.

    So what are you waiting for? Come and join us today and trade with the rest of the world.
    by Published on 29th April 2019 03:01 PM
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    How Important is Feedback?


    There are several reasons why feedback on eBid is of great importance. Among these reasons are reliability and trustworthiness of user profiles, responsiveness, and consistency. This is a short overview of these benefits of feedback (as well as when a user should ideally provide feedback) and how they apply to eBid ...
    by Published on 11th March 2019 05:21 AM
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    Why You Might be Sitting on a Goldmine: Sell Your Unwanted at eBid


    How much stuff do you have around your house that you never use? Old CD's and DVD's, old games consoles, kids stuff, that guitar you brought but never learned how to play. These things may be of no use to you, but may be just what someone else is looking for.

    Rather than leaving stuff to take up space around your house, you can actually sell your unwanted stuff and ...
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    Xmas Spirit and the Season to be Jolly


    With the holiday season around the corner, all eBid sellers can hope to experience the start of a busy and encouraging time for business. The coming month of December followed by January bring about the festivals of Christmas and New Year for millions of eBid customers around the world.

    This festive ...
    by Published on 25th April 2018 08:57 AM



    Keys to Buying and Selling Stamps in Today’s Online World


    If you’ve had an interest in philately (the study of stamps, as well as collecting them), you might not know where to begin the process. If you’re thinking about selling stamps because you enjoy the process, there are a few important points to keep in mind about buying and selling stamps.

    There are plenty of ways to buy and sell stamps.


    You can go to a flea market, fair, local shop, clubs, and online to find stamps for sale (and buyers looking for those you have in your collection). More and more shopping online for stamps has become an easy way to build up your collection and over the last 10 years has become the most popular way to buy and sell stamps. eBid has over 700,000 stamps for sale from all corners of the globle Stamps

    Have a clear idea about what types of stamps you want to buy and sell.


    There are so many different categories, including time periods, that you really need to spend some time going through a catalogue and figuring out what interests you most.
    If you start throwing darts at a wall, you’ll hit something, but everyone has their preferences that spark passion and interest. Find out which time period, location, and other aspects are most important to you.

    When buying stamps, check the source.


    It’s a good idea to check the seller's 'All About Me' Page as well as their feedback. Make sure he or she has a solid reputation and someone you can converse with via the Q&A's if you need to ask any questions.

    When selling, be clear on all of the details.


    List the details of the stamps or collection(s) you’re selling. What year was it printed? How many years was it in circulation for? Is it rare? If so, provide supporting evidence of that.
    Be sure to honestly provide a representation of the quality of the stamp. If it’s never been used and stored in a sealed container, it may be mint. If not, it isn’t.

    Ask questions.


    Whether you’re the buyer or seller, ask questions. Don’t hesitate to ask these questions because it’s the one question you don’t ask that can be the difference between you making a great decision and one you regret.

    Stamp collecting, buying, and selling can be a great deal of fun. It doesn’t cost much to get started and when you follow these key tips, you’ll end up enjoying this hobby tremendously for many years to come and make many new friends at eBid.
    by Published on 24th January 2018 02:45 AM



    Smart ways to source products offline to stock your eBid Store


    When you’re looking for new products to sell in your eBid Store, have you ever thought to look close to home? Something that’s found in your locale could be just what a collector in another part of the world is searching for.

    Turn your weekend into a Busman’s Holiday and combine searching for new products with having a bit of fun.

    We give you our Top 5 ways to find something new for your shop.

    1. Vinyl Records

    Vinyl Records. Hunt in the loft, ask your neighbours, go to record fairs, charity shops and get them from friends. Unless they’re in the know, most people think vinyl holds no value, and will be glad to offload it. If you’re very lucky, you’ll come across Madonna’s Erotica picture disc from 1992 worth £2000, but generally, most special editions, picture discs, coloured vinyl, or signed sleeves, especially from big artists command a decent price. Be discerning, do the research and you might find some that will hit the jackpot.

    2. Old photos, postcards and letters

    There’s something incredibly appealing about old photos, postcards and letters. Ever seen those embroidered postcards the soldiers stationed in France during World War II sent back home to their British and American sweethearts and mothers? Old letters – even bills and invoices in beautiful handwriting, and photos capturing everyday life from decades past are collectable as we all love to get a glimpse of the good old days. If you can find any of these in auction job lots or at fairs, there’s a worldwide market for them from collectors and craftspeople.

    3. Factory outlet stores

    If you keep an eye on factory outlet stores, you can scoop up items slashed in price, especially during sale times – from cashmere gloves and scarves to branded cosmetics, there can be lots of room for profit. Look out for the more well-known names as they’ll command a better price for re-sale.

    4. Church jumble sales and fêtes

    Church jumble sales and fêtes can still be a great place to find interesting bric-a-brac for re-sale – especially those in affluent towns and villages where there’s a high population of older residents. Search through tins of jewellery to find sparkly 1950s brooches, look for bone china trios (teacup, saucer and side plate) from renowned makers, big skeleton keys or vintage comics in good condition; hidden among the old toys might be a properly old Sindy or Barbie doll. After a proper rummage sit back and treat yourself to a good cup of tea and some home baking too.

    5. Craft fairs and artisan shops

    Craft fairs and artisan shops can be great places to pick up unique items to re-sell. Find someone’s work you are drawn to and ask if they do trade or wholesale pricing. Smaller craftspeople could be happy to strike up a deal if you buy as little as a six to a dozen items of their novelty candles, handmade baby wear or unusual jewellery, and while the mark-ups
    by Published on 12th November 2017 04:31 PM



    How hard is it to find Greeting Cards?


    Have you been having trouble finding that perfect greeting card?

    Come Christmas and you will want the luxury to choose between Merry Christmas tunes, or to dig deeper for more unusual and even personalized Christmas cards. You might be stuck looking for a greeting card for one of life’s big events, for instance anything to do with babies - that comes in the forms of Personalized Baby Cards, Baby Shower invitations, Christening Invitations and Children’s Cards.

    If any or all of these are the case, then you are definitely in need of a place for finding greeting cards for all occasions.

    General Greeting Cards


    Although general greeting cards like these are readily available at stores, you might be looking for greeting cards with a twist. if you really just want to say hello or “what’s up”, you might have trouble finding the right words to suit your specific needs you may likely be refreshed to come across eBid that offers an alternative.

    Now, as for something truly unique, creative and rather unusual – we’ve arrived at the next frontier of eBid Greeting cards under the Occasions & Seasonal.

    Unique & Unusual Cards


    Do you want to go contemporary or perhaps a little artier? Have you been dreaming along the lines of uniquely designed homemade cards? Wouldn’t we all want to make our greeting cards more personalized by opting for stunning Photographic Cards, Designer cards or an Artisan touch?

    Luckily for greeting card enthusiasts, eBid’s Occasions & Seasonal category makes it easy to find the perfect quirky and unusual greeting cards.

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