Selling on eBay can be a good way to turn your extra collectibles into cash, but if taking the time and trouble to to list them, maximize the results.

Difficulty Level: average      Time Required: 15 minutes

1. Upload a picture of the item.
2. Click on Sell your item and fill out form making sure you follow these steps.
3. Title -- descriptive titles work best. "Rare figurine" will not generate clicks, "Lladro Ballerina" will.
4. Category -- search on eBay for similar items to find most popular category for that particular item.
5. Description - tell all you can about the condition and history of item without exaggerating. Mention any special conditions of the sale, such as no overseas shipments, no personal checks accepted.
6. Picture URL -- load the location of the picture.
7. The Gallery -- optional costs for an additional picture might be worth a try on higher valued items.
8. Boldface Title -- another optional cost, but it does make title stand out.
9. Item Location -- could make a difference with large items.
10. Payment Method -- list all methods you will accept, e.g. checks, money orders or charge cards.
11. Shipping -- will you ship worldwide or just in your own country.
12. Minimum bid -- put your starting price here, but make it reasonable.
13. Duration -- An item that is hard to find does better if it stays on eBay a little longer.
14. Reserve Price -- what is the absolute minimum you will accept for this item.
15. Review -- check everything very carefully. Is picture loading, reserve price accurate, category correct?
    

1. Be honest with your buyers, one sale is not worth ruining a reputation, the Internet has made it a very small world.
2. Always include insurance as part of the shipping costs, a lost shipment will cost the seller not the buyer.
3. Be sure to keep the buyers informed on the status of their order, when payment is received and when item is shipped.
   

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