February 2011

When you list Books, Music, DVDs & Movies, and Video Games, as soon as you enter product details, the item practically lists itself. You’ll see it in a dropdown list with a stock photo, too. Just be sure to choose one with a photo that best represents the condition of your item and adjust it if you need to. Start selling today!

Bargain-hunter Sunita Rai has always enjoyed thrift shopping. She discovered that, by selling her finds on eBay, she could easily turn her "hobby" into a profitable business—even as a busy mother of four.

"I've always loved the thrill of getting bargains. Selling on eBay is an extension of that thrill for me, and I’ve turned thrifting into a significant source of income."

Now sraikh4 is a Top-rated seller with a 100% positive feedback rating earning a steady income. Read more

Turn spring cleaning into a treasure hunt – find gems you forgot you even had and sell them on eBay. That dress you wore only once or the sporting gear you bought but never used could be just the thing a buyer is looking for to revamp a wardrobe or carve out family backyard time.

Shoppers are looking for warm-weather fashions for kids and adults. It’s not too early to think swimsuits for spring break. ‘Tis the season for patioware, fishing, biking and other outdoor gear, too.

And remember: broken stuff sells too. List your damaged cell phones or cameras – these items are perfect for buyers looking to refurbish or resell for parts. Just be sure to be crystal clear about the condition of your item in your description. Include pictures to point out any flaws. List your items now.

BDesigner Derek Lam comes to eBay Fashion! Fashion luminary Derek Lam presented a signature dress collection he designed exclusively for eBay during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York this month. View a live stream of the collection at http://dereklam.ebay.com and vote for your favorite dress. Voting ends February 28. The five most popular dresses will be announced on March 1 and available on the Derek Lam eBay store in May.

Indulge your inner fashion maven on eBay — now a top online destination for Fashion. With a huge selection at a fraction of the cost, you can shop ‘til you drop, guilt-free!

Get trendy!

Make room in your closet and your wallet for hot spring trends by selling your own threads. This spring, prim pumps, pencil skirts, peasant blouses, trenches and 70’s jumpsuits are all the rage. Pull out the oxfords, little white dresses, shift dresses, cross-body bags, wide-leg denim and those funky 70’s sunglasses - get spring fashion fever and list today.

Ship your stuff without ever leaving the house. Print your labels and pay for discounted postage in one easy step. Order free boxes and envelopes delivered right to your door. Once your priority or express package is packed up, schedule a carrier to swing by and pick it up. And when you print your labels with eBay, Delivery Confirmation information is automatically uploaded to My eBay and emailed to your buyer. Convenient for you and your buyer!

Car buff? No matter if you buy, sell, or simply dream of owning a collector car, you’ll love the fresh look of the eBay Motors Collector Car hub. The new organization, better navigation and unique content make it easy to find the car of your dreams.

Learn more about collector cars, see prices, and browse popular makes and models. View nine classic model theme pages in the “Popular Models” section of the hub – each offering additional information, ratings, buyer’s guides and transaction history. Check it out!

If you’ve had an interesting experience selling on eBay, we’d love to hear about it. Write to editor@ebay.com and share your story.

Think like a buyer!
What's important to you when you buy on eBay? What details do you search on? Color? Size? Model? Which descriptions make you want to buy? Do you go after items with free shipping first? When you list, strive to offer your buyers the experience you'd want for yourself.

Make the Seller Information Center your first stop and get all the tools and tricks to set you up for selling success right out of the gate. Find great tips on estimating what your item is worth, online payments, printing labels, shipping from home and more.

Get up to speed fast with the Quick Start Guide and start selling today!

Save a bundle on your short-trip shipping.

Starting in March, you can use the new USPS Priority Mail® Regional Rate™ boxes – available online only – for shipments of up to 15 lbs and shipments of up to 20 lbs. Choose this new option when your buyer is close to home and pay a fraction of the cost. Learn more at USPS.

How long should I let my listing run?

Answer: It depends on your listing, but longer listing durations can help you sell your item. With Auction–style listings, you get to pick from listing durations of 1, 3, 5, 7, or 10 days. Consider letting your listing run over a weekend because that’s when most people shop.

When your item is time-sensitive, like a holiday gift or a ticket for a concert, be sure to think about shipping time. Pick a listing end time that gets your item to the buyer in time. Adding the Buy It Now option to your Auction-style listing gives the buyer the opportunity to get it in time if they have a personal deadline, like a birthday, regardless of your listing duration.

Auction-style listings get the most exposure when they are about to end, so if the item is in high demand, these could be listed for shorter time periods. Remember, no matter what your listing duration, it’s always a good idea to ship promptly!