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How to Sell Your Items on eBay

How to Sell Your Items on eBay

Whether you drop off your items or they are picked up, the eBay seller does all the work. Best part? You get the check. Ka-Ching!

eBay Options

Experienced eBay Consignment Specialists can sell your items online on eBay. They research, write the description, take pictures, handle emails, collect payment, pack and ship, etc. Options include:

eBay Drop-Off Stores
eBay Drop Off Stores have brick and mortar storefronts. Many also offer pick up services, especially for business and industrial clients. Stores may be independent or franchised. Drop-off stores are generally found in medium and large cities.

eBay Trading Assistants
eBay Trading Assistants (TA) offer drop off services by appointment and/or pick up services. Drop off stores may also be listed in the eBay Trading Assistant Directory. Even though some TA businesses are classified as corporations or LLCs, many still operate out of their homes. TAs are located in all size cities across America.

eBay Pick-Up Services
Pick Up Service means the eBay seller - either an eBay store owner or Trading Assistant - comes to your home or office provided your items meet their requirements. They will give you an inventory list and pack your items to take with them. Most pick-up services do not have a storefront. Pick up services are located in all size cities across America.

eBay Motors
To buy or sell cars, trucks, parts, or accessories, check out eBay Motors. You can sell yourself or get assistance from an eBay seller above.

Consider the Following

What Sells?
Most sellers accept almost anything. Best sellers include: cars and car parts, antiques, collectibles, electronics, furniture, cameras, phones, jewelry and watches, designer apparel and purses, musical instruments, sports equipment, tools, industrial equipment, etc.

See eBay's current Hot Categories Report. See "Suggested Items to Sell with an eBay Trading Assistant."

Minimum eBay Value of Items
Depending upon the seller, each item must be worth at least $25 to $100 on eBay. Most sellers offer free item evaluations. You can also do a "completed auctions" search yourself at www.ebay.com.

Selling Fees
Excluding cars, fees average 15% - 50% depending upon the value of the item and the seller. For example, a $50 item with a 38% commission that includes fees would net you $31. Often eBay and Pay Pal fees are extra, so please ask.

NOTE:The eBay businesses are not consultants, employees, or independent contractors of Consignment Pal. They own and operate their own independent businesses. Consignment Pal does not approve or endorse these companies and individuals. Use the same care you would when using a phone book to hire a contractor.





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