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Selling
Hints and TipsResearch similar items - Search or browse through similar items and completed
listings on eBay to see how other sellers describe similar items and what
categories they typically list similar items in.
Take a digital photo of your item - make sure it is clear, and upload extra
pictures if necessary.
Calculate postage and packaging costs - buyers want to know up-front the
total cost of what they're buying, and you don't want to end up out of pocket.
Click the Sell button at the top of any eBay page, and this will take you to the Sell page, Enter the name of what you are selling in the blue search box and click "Sell It". You will now be guided through the listing process.
If you are not registered on eBay, you will be asked to register. If you haven't sold before, you will be asked to create a Seller's Account.
NB: During the listing process you will be asked if you would like any of the total sale to go to charity. Here you can choose to donate anything from 10 - 100% of the sale to County Durham Foundation to help local good causes in your area.
Make sure you deliver - both in the literal and the figurative sense. Track your sales in My eBay so you know where you are. Send your buyer an invoice by email (PayPal prepares this for you automatically if you use it ), and once you have received payment post and pack your item well, and dispatch within the time you committed.
Make sure you deliver great customer service too - email buyers to let them know you have dispatched their item and include tracking or insurance details, if relevant. Follow up on any questions or concerns they have, and don't forget to leave fair and accurate feedback.
Congratulations! You're now ready to sell!
Hints and Tips
If you would like to donate a larger item we would be happy to auction it for you. Please contact Simon on 0191 3830055 or email him.
Happy Bidding!