e-bay tips

[skellyo]

I pretty much agree with rschoi for just about everything he stated.

I will expand on the listing time though. I list items so that they end either on Sunday or Monday evenings. I have found that both work quite well as end days. Around 8-9PM EST is about the prime time to end an auction from what I've seen with my past auctions. However, anytime between about 6-12PM EST works ok, but in the middle is a hot spot since you can get bidders from both coasts easier.

Also, the form of your ad makes a big difference too. It should be easy to read and clearly show a picture of the item up for bid. Here's an example ( a current auction of mine ):
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=200214260638

If you want, I'll be glad to give you the bits of HTML I use to format my auction ads.

Also, if you want to know what it will cost to list an item on eBay and what your final value fees will be given that it sell for a specific amount, go pick up my spreadsheet here:

http://skellyo.com/ebay/eBay_Fees.xls

If you have any questions about the spreadsheet, just PM me, I'll be glad to help anyone out with it. It has helped me an awful lot to realize just how much you actually make from selling something on eBay after fees. Also note that the Paypal fee calculator function is based on being a Premier member with a domestic sale. You should be able to look at the formula and adjust it if necessary for your situation.

Hope this info helps.