I've been pleasantly surprised at the bidding yesterday and today. A lot of action. Could be all the folks who have today off are at their computers eBaying.
Or maybe it's because a week or so ago I changed my whole shipping TOS. I had been putting in exact postage for all the options available, whether first class or Priority Mail or whatever.
Now it says: "In the U.S., insured S/H will be $_____." Sure is simple...
I'm using the FedEx rate to Zone 8 rounded up a bit to cover my supplies. I'm in California so most people are a long ways off.
As a bidder, I always look for quoted shipping in the auction. Unless it's something I absolutely cannot live without I generally hit the back button if shipping cost isn't there. Writing the seller for a quote isn't something I have time to do.
posted on July 5, 2002 06:15:35 PM new
This week pretty much sucked. We finished with just over 50% sell through for auctions ending this week. Today we've had several items pick up bids and had 2 BINs.
I don't think the postal rates will make much difference, unless it is a low dollar item.
posted on July 5, 2002 07:44:37 PM new
No bids today, few pageviews, but did get one question from a potential bidder. Of course, this is the midway point for my auctions this week, which is traditionally the most sluggish point anyway.
posted on July 5, 2002 09:42:23 PM new
I've been pleasantly surprised at the hits I've gotten since listing 14 low-end collectibles last night. Lots of looks, and one bid already. I have my fingers crossed.
posted on July 5, 2002 11:18:57 PM new
Had no auctions on since Sunday. Put 8 on last night, had 1 BIN & lots of hits. Put 4 more on tonight. I too have changed my TOS as to shipping. I now ask for Zip Code & give the cost by both Prioriyt Mail & FedEx Ground. The buyer has a choice. I only charge my actual costs.
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