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Auction Tips - Buyer
Auction Tips - Seller
  • Register as an auction member
  • Bid on your chosen item
  • Wait for email telling you you're the high bidder or you've been outbid
  • When auction is over, you have 3 days to claim your item
  • Register with a credit card
  • Make up your description page
  • Update your listing if necessary
  • Contact winning bidder
  • Confirm prices and shipping
  • After receiving payment, ship purchase

THE PROS AND CONS OF ONLINE BUYING AND SELLING

PROS:

  • Amazing selection
  • Reasonable prices
  • Worldwide pool of shoppers
  • Easy to use
  • Shop 24 hours a day
  • Thrill of bidding
  • Fun

 

CONS:

  • Going...Going...Gouged
  • Deception Happens
  • Addiction
  • Lots of junk
  • A hassle to keep bidding
  • Some auctions have no customers
  • Not in Canadian dollars

 

FRAUD ONLINE - don't get ripped off

For Buyers
- Check seller's feedback rating
- Do your homework on item's value
- Establish top price and stick to it
- Use a Credit Card to pay
- Find out if site offers insurance

For Sellers
- Provide accurate descriptions
- Include who pays shipping
- Respond quickly to questions
- Ship merchandise as soon as you receive payment

 

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