This page is meant
to answer all your burning questions about Online Auctions. I know you have
a lot but be patient, yours will be answered.
How
do I start?
Find a good auction
site and sign up to either buy or sell. If buying, search for an item you
want and bid. Always make sure you check the seller's comment listings to
get an idea of how reliable they are. If selling, make up your page with graphics
and put a good spin on your product.
What
security features are there?
Most online auction
sites act as a third party, they hook a buyer and seller up. Some have insurance
so you have a forum to act when you get ripped off, but as always, buyer (or
seller) beware.
Are
there minimum bids on items?
All auctions have
a minimum bid to start but some will lower their minimum if no one has bid.
What
are some good auction sites?
eBay is the
number one auction site but some other good ones include yahoo.com, auctionaddict.com,
and clickabid.com.
Is
there any cost to list my goods?
Some sites like
eBay don't charge an upfront fee but take a percentage of your sale (maybe
5%), but if you search around you can find ones that don't charge anything
like auctionaddict.com.
Can
you just browse the auctions?
Sure, you can search
any auction you want until you find something that interests you.
What
if the item I purchased isn't what I want?
You can go
back to the auction site and file a complaint with them. They usually get
involved with trying to rectify any bad sale.
When
is the best time to bid on an item?
You can bid on items
24 hours a day. Some bidders like to swoop in just when the auction is closing
to outbid other buyers.
Any
hints on getting a good price?
Always research
the item you are buying. Find out the real price on it. Don't let your emotions
sweep you into buying a lemon. Keep your options open, there is always another
auction around the corner.
Where
can I search all auctions?
There are a few
auction search engines that will search all auction sites for the items you
want. These include auctioninsider.com and auctionrover.com.
Can
I sell my migratory bird?
No, you can't sell
any birds and no live animals of any kind.
